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KN53 LJE

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,203 mi
Last recorded84,203 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 LJE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2016 84,203 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 75,655 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 70,941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 66,447 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 60,957 miles

n/s rear top shocker casing broken

Pass 25 Aug 2011 54,464 miles

N/s front indicator unit in poor condition

Tyres wearing close to limit

Pass 15 Sep 2010 48,871 miles

exhaust heat shield loose

rear tyres wearing on edges

slight windscreen damage

Pass 4 Sep 2009 42,012 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,895 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 24,385 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 19,816 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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KN53 LJE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KN53 LJE, 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 KN53 LJE registered?

KN53 LJE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KN53 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 LJE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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