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LKZ 1255

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

128,488 mi
Last recorded128,488 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKZ 1255
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 128,488 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 128,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 122,796 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 122,796 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 112,570 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 112,570 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 105,115 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 97,846 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 97,846 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 88,246 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 81,417 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 76,461 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 76,461 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 70,990 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 66,172 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 66,172 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 60,274 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 60,274 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 55,580 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 50,228 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 43,929 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 38,884 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,305 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 25,313 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,878 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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LKZ 1255 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 LKZ 1255, 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 LKZ 1255 registered?

LKZ 1255 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is LKZ 1255 safe to buy?

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