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GN03 KMU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,802 mi
Last recorded178,802 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 KMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2013 178,802 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 178,801 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 161,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 134,234 miles

Exhaust blow from centre exhaust

Centre exhaust mounting broken

Pass 16 Sep 2010 112,560 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 91,136 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 65,680 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side rear tyre has 2 cuts in tread

Fail 3 Jun 2008 65,680 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side rear tyre has 2 cuts in tread

Fail 4 Jun 2007 51,580 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 51,580 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 39,698 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 39,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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GN03 KMU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GN03 KMU, 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 GN03 KMU registered?

GN03 KMU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is GN03 KMU safe to buy?

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