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DG53 FBZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,520 mi
Last recorded100,520 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 FBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 100,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 95,171 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 89,355 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 84,605 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 78,949 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 72,388 miles

engine light on

Fail 17 Dec 2013 72,383 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine light on

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2012 65,604 miles

engine light on

front exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 19 Dec 2011 58,349 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,342 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 42,671 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 33,735 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 28,667 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 22,614 miles

n/s/r seat belt not checked child seat fitted

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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DG53 FBZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 102,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG53 FBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG53 FBZ registered?

DG53 FBZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is DG53 FBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 FBZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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