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LF53 AEV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,205 mi
Last recorded36,205 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 AEV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 36,205 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 36,186 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 35,266 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 35,265 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 34,170 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 32,836 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 31,631 miles

no engine warning lamp

Pass 15 Oct 2020 30,761 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 30,758 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 29,635 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 29,627 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 27,968 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside and offside (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 27,961 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside and offside (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 26,304 miles

nearside and offside mirror glass damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2016 24,204 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 24,195 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 22,713 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 21,130 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 19,335 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 19,335 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 18,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,086 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 14,790 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 13,235 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 11,244 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 9,487 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 8,110 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 8,110 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LF53 AEV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF53 AEV, 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 LF53 AEV registered?

LF53 AEV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is LF53 AEV safe to buy?

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