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DX53 OWG

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

678,606 mi
Last recorded678,606 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 OWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 678,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

n/s/f sill damaged

wheel trims fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Dec 2013 70,457 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 63,219 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 63,219 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 55,187 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 50,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 42,923 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 42,923 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 34,915 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 26,933 miles

nearside front tyre worn low and nearside rear getting low

Fail 20 Dec 2007 26,933 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn low and nearside rear getting low

Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,473 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 OWG is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OWG, 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 OWG registered?

DX53 OWG is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is DX53 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 OWG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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