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FL53 NVB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,230 mi
Last recorded62,230 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 NVB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2012 62,230 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 62,230 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 57,046 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 51,693 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 44,828 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 44,828 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 37,480 miles

o/s front indicator glass missing

Fail 1 Oct 2008 37,480 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s front indicator glass missing

Pass 4 Oct 2007 29,370 miles

o/s front tyre on inside edge worn

Pass 3 Oct 2006 22,883 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 NVB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NVB, 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

How do I check the history of FL53 NVB?

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What year was FL53 NVB registered?

FL53 NVB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is FL53 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 NVB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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