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DX53 OWJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,371 mi
Last recorded68,371 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 OWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 68,371 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center bracket corroded (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 68,371 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center bracket corroded (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 66,362 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 22 Nov 2013 64,896 miles

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

both rear shocked dust covers adrift

dent/scuff noted on n/s/f wing

Pass 24 Nov 2012 62,820 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 60,691 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 58,351 miles

damage to n/s/f wing noted

rear wiper blade split

Pass 1 Dec 2009 52,396 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges(worn down to wear indicators)-175/80x14.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 45,262 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 35,928 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 35,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 27,374 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 OWJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OWJ, 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 OWJ registered?

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

Is DX53 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 OWJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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