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HJ52 VZZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,747 mi
Last recorded102,747 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VZZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 102,747 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 93,262 miles

front wishbone bushs spliting

high hand brake travel

rear axel bushs worn

Pass 8 Jun 2011 68,311 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 80,730 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 80,730 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 75,224 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 69,076 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 63,698 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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HJ52 VZZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol 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 HJ52 VZZ, 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 HJ52 VZZ registered?

HJ52 VZZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is HJ52 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 VZZ 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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