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LX53 FFD

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,014 mi
Last recorded42,014 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FFD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 42,014 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 41,624 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 41,624 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 40,139 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Both wing mirrors (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 37,926 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 35,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside mirror cracked

Offside mirror cracked

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 33,457 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,719 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 30,719 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 27,230 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 24,297 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2011 20,915 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 17,043 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear number plate begin: to deteriorate.

Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,043 miles

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

Rear number plate begin: to deteriorate.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 13,765 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 10,936 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,115 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/ rear tyre inner wall slightly damaged.

Pass 7 Sep 2006 6,712 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 FFD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FFD, 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.

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What year was LX53 FFD registered?

LX53 FFD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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