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LA03 JWN

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,098 mi
Last recorded164,098 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 JWN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 164,098 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 148,539 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front bumper damage but secure

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low tread and has a cut but not to the cord (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 124,826 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 124,803 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 117,292 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 110,403 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Mar 2019 101,997 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 101,997 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel from pipe under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 97,137 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 95,014 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 88,122 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 81,790 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 81,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 72,214 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 72,214 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 63,239 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 54,274 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 44,054 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 38,721 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 33,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 28,865 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LA03 JWN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LA03 JWN, 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 LA03 JWN registered?

LA03 JWN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 August 2003.

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