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FC03 HVH

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,780 mi
Last recorded101,780 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 HVH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 101,780 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 83,017 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 61,121 miles

drivers wiper blade split

Fail 16 Feb 2015 61,044 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

drivers wiper blade split

exhaust centre bracket slighlty adrift

rear brakes noise when operated

Pass 20 Feb 2014 44,785 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 42,963 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,613 miles

Engine oil topped up by 1 ltr 10/40 fully syn

Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,672 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 32,238 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 28,400 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 25,566 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 21,368 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 16,393 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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FC03 HVH is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FC03 HVH, 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 FC03 HVH registered?

FC03 HVH is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is FC03 HVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC03 HVH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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