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LR52 MLZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

134,771 mi
Last recorded134,771 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 MLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 134,771 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 130,024 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 125,096 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 117,556 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 117,555 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance showing white light (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 109,608 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 101,876 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 93,040 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 85,548 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 77,908 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 69,760 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 61,962 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 54,002 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 45,082 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 37,050 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 28,450 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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LR52 MLZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LR52 MLZ, 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 LR52 MLZ registered?

LR52 MLZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is LR52 MLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 MLZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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