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GU52 YXB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

178,013 mi
Last recorded178,013 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 YXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2008 178,013 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

o/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 25 Jul 2007 158,002 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 138,059 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 131,682 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 6 Feb 2006 131,585 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear 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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GU52 YXB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU52 YXB, 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 GU52 YXB registered?

GU52 YXB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is GU52 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 YXB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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