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LT53 EDV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,856 mi
Last recorded84,856 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 EDV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 84,856 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All round (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 80,799 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 77,269 miles

Offside Front tyre getting low inside shoulder

Fail 15 Feb 2019 77,268 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front inner wishbone bush cracking

Offside Front tyre getting low inside shoulder

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 72,091 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 67,095 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 67,078 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 62,464 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 56,816 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 50,510 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 42,109 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 38,389 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 34,806 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 32,755 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,492 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 23,044 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 16,797 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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LT53 EDV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LT53 EDV, 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 LT53 EDV registered?

LT53 EDV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LT53 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 EDV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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