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KE53 RJO

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

114,119 mi
Last recorded114,119 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 RJO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 114,119 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline pass (0.1 (b))

middle exhaust support bracket detached

Pass 3 Nov 2018 101,181 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

middle exhaust hanger detatched

Pass 23 Oct 2017 85,776 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 85,776 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 68,119 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in front anti roll bar d-bushes

Fail 26 Oct 2016 68,114 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in front anti roll bar d-bushes

Pass 9 Nov 2015 52,897 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

middle exhaust hanger detatched

Pass 5 Nov 2014 43,454 miles

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

dent in n/s outer sill

Pass 29 Oct 2013 35,347 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 32,960 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 31,351 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 31,350 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 29,651 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 29,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 27,164 miles

o/s & n/s front tyres on 2.mm & wearing on edges

slight tapping noise from engine

Fail 17 Nov 2009 27,164 miles

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

o/s & n/s front tyres on 2.mm & wearing on edges

slight tapping noise from engine

Pass 20 Nov 2008 23,172 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 18,558 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 13,970 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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KE53 RJO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KE53 RJO, 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 KE53 RJO registered?

KE53 RJO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is KE53 RJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 RJO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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