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KV53 BRF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

129,068 mi
Last recorded129,068 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 BRF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 129,068 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 8 Mar 2016 118,906 miles

engine management light on

Fail 8 Mar 2016 118,906 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Mar 2015 107,326 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2014 93,717 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 93,715 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 82,122 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 69,531 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 57,262 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 57,259 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 46,220 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 45,909 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 44,464 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 44,464 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 38,766 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 37,299 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 28,895 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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KV53 BRF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KV53 BRF, 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 KV53 BRF registered?

KV53 BRF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is KV53 BRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 BRF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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