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GN53 NPV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,479 mi
Last recorded87,479 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 NPV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2019 87,479 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 86,775 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 77,496 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 73,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 68,848 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust bracket broken but system still being surported

Pass 3 Dec 2014 65,044 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 59,014 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 52,760 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 45,344 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 38,231 miles

n/s front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2009 30,378 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 22,385 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 13,054 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 10,852 miles

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

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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GN53 NPV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN53 NPV, 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 GN53 NPV registered?

GN53 NPV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is GN53 NPV safe to buy?

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