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FL53 FNZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

165,597 mi
Last recorded165,597 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 FNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 165,597 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 160,234 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 152,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 148,460 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar link worn,advise renewing asap

Nearside Rear pads look low-limited vision-,advise wheels off inspection asap

corrosion in some brake pipes ,limited vision ,due to plastic coating etc

damage to offside front outer sill

play in offside inner rack joint (covered parts -limited vision)

slight twist in offside steering rack boot

Pass 25 Sep 2015 143,720 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 137,961 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 124,791 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2012 110,130 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 110,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 95,809 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 83,674 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 70,486 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 57,804 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 46,807 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 36,444 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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FL53 FNZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FL53 FNZ, 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 FL53 FNZ registered?

FL53 FNZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is FL53 FNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 FNZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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