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DHZ 9461

2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

159,137 mi
Last recorded159,137 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi141,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 9461
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic Sdi
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 159,137 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 155,514 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 152,445 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 148,124 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 144,492 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 144,328 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 140,644 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 132,138 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 128,582 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 125,616 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi?

Based on 1,320 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
10,702
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
constant velocity joint gaiter split 41
Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
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DHZ 9461 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 141,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHZ 9461, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHZ 9461?

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What year was DHZ 9461 registered?

DHZ 9461 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is DHZ 9461 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHZ 9461 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHZ 9461 have outstanding finance?

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