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DX53 KZB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,210 mi
Last recorded113,210 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 KZB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 113,210 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 107,080 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bonnet release cable not connected to handle

cut in sidewall of tyre offside rear

slight knocking noise from steering

Fail 5 Sep 2015 107,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bonnet release cable not connected to handle

cut in sidewall of tyre offside rear

slight knocking noise from steering

Pass 27 Aug 2014 85,846 miles

cut to outer sidewall nearside rear tyre

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2013 81,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Aug 2013 81,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 72,931 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 65,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hand brake lever stiff

Fail 30 Aug 2011 65,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

hand brake lever stiff

Pass 17 Aug 2010 56,367 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 56,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 49,506 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 40,824 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 28,676 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 18,325 miles

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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DX53 KZB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DX53 KZB, 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 DX53 KZB registered?

DX53 KZB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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The MOT history for DX53 KZB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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