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FG53 GKO

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,502 mi
Last recorded97,502 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 GKO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,502 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 96,638 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 93,950 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 93,015 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 89,250 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 80,100 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 71,753 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 63,857 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 53,327 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 51,603 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 45,208 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FG53 GKO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG53 GKO, 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 FG53 GKO registered?

FG53 GKO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is FG53 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 GKO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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