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EU53 UCP

2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2009
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,152 mi
Last recorded128,152 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2008
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi141,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 UCP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic Sdi
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2008 128,152 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 128,151 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 80,792 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 80,792 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 74,727 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 71,584 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 64,423 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi?

Based on 1,320 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
10,702
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
constant velocity joint gaiter split 41
Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
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EU53 UCP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 141,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU53 UCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU53 UCP registered?

EU53 UCP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EU53 UCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 UCP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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