CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX03 PWL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

155,619 mi
Last recorded155,619 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 PWL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 155,619 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective oil contaminated ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 138,644 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 129,693 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 122,471 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 114,382 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 114,382 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 104,370 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 104,370 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 90,110 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 90,110 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

O/S/R Tyre 2.5mm, perishing and nail on outer sidewall of tyre

Pass 4 Jan 2013 75,099 miles

O/S/R Tyre perishing

Pass 17 Jan 2012 62,564 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 59,582 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 50,588 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 50,588 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 44,863 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 36,339 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 32,287 miles

brake discs wearing,tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Apr 2006 25,794 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX03 PWL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PWL, 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

How do I check the history of GX03 PWL?

You can check the full history of GX03 PWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX03 PWL registered?

GX03 PWL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is GX03 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 PWL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX03 PWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX03 PWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.