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EY03 FSL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,193 mi
Last recorded107,193 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 FSL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 107,193 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 107,193 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 98,696 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 94,555 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 88,697 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 81,162 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 74,532 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 66,685 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 57,694 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 49,945 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 41,652 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 34,386 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 27,908 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2006 20,724 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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EY03 FSL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EY03 FSL, 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 EY03 FSL registered?

EY03 FSL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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