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EU03 OZW

2003 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

262,057 mi
Last recorded262,057 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 OZW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2012 262,057 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 245,593 miles

Both front wiper blades have started to split

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Some high level brake lights not working

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 230,447 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 223,932 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 197,193 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 197,192 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 May 2009 159,815 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 159,815 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Oct 2008 138,876 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Some high level LED brake lights not working

Pass 14 Oct 2008 138,876 miles

Some high level LED brake lights not working

Pass 5 Dec 2007 135,997 miles

Passenger wiper blade starting to split

Rear number plate deteriorating slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2007 130,039 miles

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

oil level low

Pass 7 Dec 2006 114,203 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 114,175 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2006 99,374 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 84,736 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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EU03 OZW is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EU03 OZW, 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 EU03 OZW registered?

EU03 OZW is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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