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GX03 DZN

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

200,279 mi
Last recorded200,279 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 DZN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 200,279 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 200,279 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 179,981 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 159,529 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 138,914 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 118,036 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 111,959 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 106,798 miles

front tyres low on inner edges and n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

white dust corrosion to rear of front to rear and rear brake pipes

Pass 22 Nov 2016 100,257 miles

front to rear and rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2015 92,419 miles

slight corrosion on front to rear and rear brake pipes

Pass 8 Dec 2014 85,037 miles

o/s/f shock slightly damp

Pass 30 Aug 2013 72,778 miles

no rear center seat belt fitted at time of test

slight rear brake inbalance

Pass 29 Aug 2012 64,629 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 57,346 miles

no rear seat fitted

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 57,346 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 44,957 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,423 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 37,615 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,233 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,148 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 32,148 miles

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

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

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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GX03 DZN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 GX03 DZN, 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 GX03 DZN registered?

GX03 DZN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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The MOT history for GX03 DZN shows 21 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.

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