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GL53 UVY

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,300 mi
Last recorded119,300 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 UVY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2012 119,300 miles

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

both front discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Dec 2010 109,966 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 91,235 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 68,045 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 45,624 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 25,210 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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GL53 UVY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL53 UVY, 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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How do I check the history of GL53 UVY?

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What year was GL53 UVY registered?

GL53 UVY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is GL53 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 UVY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL53 UVY have outstanding finance?

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