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LG53 ZKB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,186 mi
Last recorded106,186 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 ZKB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 106,186 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 106,186 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 99,555 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 90,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 90,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 79,471 miles

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

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

engine managmant light on

Pass 23 Dec 2012 65,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

accident damage to vehicle

offside front wiper blade loose

offside headlamp focus

Pass 8 Nov 2011 51,927 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 46,868 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 40,554 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 40,548 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,171 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 27,455 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 20,431 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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LG53 ZKB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LG53 ZKB, 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 LG53 ZKB registered?

LG53 ZKB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LG53 ZKB safe to buy?

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