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LT53 YLJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,025 mi
Last recorded113,025 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 YLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 113,025 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 108,651 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 108,371 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 98,204 miles

Engine coolant low

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Oct 2015 91,148 miles

Eml light

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 91,133 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Eml light

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 83,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Oct 2014 83,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 72,573 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Oct 2012 66,505 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 66,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 65,125 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 64,053 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 56,836 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 51,627 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 38,448 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 34,957 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 YLJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YLJ, 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 YLJ registered?

LT53 YLJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is LT53 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 YLJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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