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GX03 ZZM

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,653 mi
Last recorded123,653 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 ZZM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2017 123,653 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Dec 2015 114,115 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 102,828 miles

slight play in o/s steering rack end.

Pass 4 Dec 2013 93,933 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pipes undersealed

Fail 2 Dec 2013 93,933 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes undersealed

Pass 2 Nov 2012 83,863 miles

front brake discs corroded

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 5 Nov 2011 73,494 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 63,098 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 63,098 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 56,680 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 49,672 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 40,273 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 33,748 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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GX03 ZZM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZZM, 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 ZZM registered?

GX03 ZZM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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The MOT history for GX03 ZZM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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