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FD53 KXN

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,167 mi
Last recorded122,167 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 KXN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2023 122,167 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 115,859 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 115,665 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 115,319 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 104,505 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 104,436 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2019 9,859 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 90,835 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 85,651 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 81,661 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 75,850 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 75,850 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2014 69,044 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 62,682 miles

oil leak from sump plug

Fail 6 Jun 2013 62,682 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak from sump plug

Pass 28 May 2012 54,446 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 49,525 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres starting to feather

Pass 17 May 2010 46,214 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2009 41,751 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 37,220 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 28,538 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 19,019 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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FD53 KXN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FD53 KXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD53 KXN registered?

FD53 KXN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is FD53 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 KXN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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