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JKZ 5355

2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

177,631 mi
Last recorded177,631 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi141,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKZ 5355
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic Sdi
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2025 177,631 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 177,452 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 173,771 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 173,722 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 168,586 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 168,458 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 157,878 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 157,790 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 157,537 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 147,544 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 147,045 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 138,124 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 127,804 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi?

Based on 1,320 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
10,702
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Registration plate lamp not working 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
constant velocity joint gaiter split 41
Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
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JKZ 5355 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 141,610 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 Classic Sdi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JKZ 5355, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JKZ 5355?

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What year was JKZ 5355 registered?

JKZ 5355 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is JKZ 5355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKZ 5355 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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