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FP53 KGF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,001 mi
Last recorded127,001 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 KGF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 127,001 miles

sills coroded

Pass 11 Feb 2021 123,254 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 120,349 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 120,349 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 117,414 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 113,688 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 113,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 109,002 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 104,320 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 101,982 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 100,357 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 98,344 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 96,410 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 94,484 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 90,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 85,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 81,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 73,218 miles

front screen damaged.

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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FP53 KGF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FP53 KGF, 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 FP53 KGF registered?

FP53 KGF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is FP53 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 KGF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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