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GV53 ZPY

2003 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,115 mi
Last recorded137,115 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 ZPY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 137,115 miles

Battery loose but secure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

door sills have damage

Pass 13 Aug 2012 132,815 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 129,303 miles

minor scratching on screen

Fail 31 Jan 2007 91,415 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 91,415 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 83,248 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 82,324 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 54,370 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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GV53 ZPY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GV53 ZPY, 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 GV53 ZPY registered?

GV53 ZPY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is GV53 ZPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 ZPY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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