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HX53 FVJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

163,789 mi
Last recorded163,789 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 163,789 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both sides rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

under trays damaged

Fail 20 Dec 2016 163,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both sides rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

under trays damaged

Pass 16 Dec 2015 151,541 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2015 151,541 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 132,394 miles

centre exhaust mount insecure exhaust adequatley supported

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

offside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Fail 22 Dec 2014 132,394 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

centre exhaust mount insecure exhaust adequatley supported

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

offside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 18 Sep 2013 109,035 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

center exhaust mount insecure

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

nearside wiper blade split

Fail 17 Sep 2013 109,035 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

center exhaust mount insecure

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 5 Sep 2012 107,204 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

anti skid warning light illuminated

engine noisy

Fail 4 Sep 2012 107,204 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

anti skid warning light illuminated

engine noisy

Pass 14 Feb 2011 78,445 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 67,824 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 67,723 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 57,704 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 45,613 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 35,306 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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HX53 FVJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HX53 FVJ, 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 HX53 FVJ registered?

HX53 FVJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2003.

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