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LX53 KHF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Orange Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,027 mi
Last recorded83,027 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 KHF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 83,027 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 78,087 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 72,341 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 67,809 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 63,195 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 62,847 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 62,004 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 59,881 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 56,426 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 53,413 miles

centre exhaust mounting broken but system is adequately supported

Fail 28 Nov 2016 53,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

centre exhaust mounting broken but system is adequately supported

Pass 13 Nov 2015 50,170 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 47,073 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 43,902 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 41,534 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 37,978 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 34,454 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 31,146 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 27,358 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 21,522 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 21,521 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,479 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 KHF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 KHF, 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 KHF registered?

LX53 KHF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is LX53 KHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 KHF shows 22 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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