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LK53 CWL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,271 mi
Last recorded154,271 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 CWL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 154,271 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 154,271 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases needs clamp between centre and tail pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2015 139,993 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 120,981 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 104,221 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 89,815 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 74,548 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 62,678 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,666 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 51,666 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 43,284 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 30,052 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 18,561 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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LK53 CWL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LK53 CWL, 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 LK53 CWL registered?

LK53 CWL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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