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LX53 ETU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

137,602 mi
Last recorded137,602 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 ETU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 137,602 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 126,627 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 118,786 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 114,535 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 104,046 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 104,046 miles

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

e.m.l on

Pass 22 Jun 2010 84,381 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 69,525 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 67,124 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 62,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 48,173 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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LX53 ETU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LX53 ETU, 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 LX53 ETU registered?

LX53 ETU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is LX53 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 ETU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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