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LF03 GVD

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,651 mi
Last recorded110,651 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 GVD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 110,651 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 110,610 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 102,356 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 97,080 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 92,479 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 83,264 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 72,132 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 61,768 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

engine undershield insecure

Fail 16 Apr 2012 61,768 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

engine undershield insecure

Pass 9 Apr 2011 56,166 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 49,926 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 45,412 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 38,154 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 31,151 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 31,151 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 24,157 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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LF03 GVD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LF03 GVD, 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 LF03 GVD registered?

LF03 GVD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is LF03 GVD safe to buy?

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