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HX03 XXC

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

208,941 mi
Last recorded208,941 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 XXC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 208,941 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D Bushes (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 May 2016 208,687 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases After catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D Bushes (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on edges

Exhaust mounting broken but system still supported (Rear silencer)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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HX03 XXC is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX03 XXC, 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 HX03 XXC registered?

HX03 XXC is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is HX03 XXC safe to buy?

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