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DX53 KZK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

171,889 mi
Last recorded171,889 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 KZK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 171,889 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 162,848 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 154,776 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 154,006 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 142,934 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 130,037 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 115,082 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 100,318 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 84,915 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 58,495 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 39,466 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 KZK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DX53 KZK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 KZK registered?

DX53 KZK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DX53 KZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 KZK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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