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LX03 CYS

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

58,703 mi
Last recorded58,703 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 CYS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 58,703 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 55,636 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 50,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 44,759 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 44,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 43,584 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 41,155 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 38,984 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 38,984 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 36,357 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 36,357 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 34,853 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,401 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 31,552 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 29,191 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 27,616 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 25,285 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 22,264 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 19,716 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 16,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2007 13,648 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,025 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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LX03 CYS is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LX03 CYS, 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 LX03 CYS registered?

LX03 CYS is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is LX03 CYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 CYS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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