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LY03 SHV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,006 mi
Last recorded81,006 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 SHV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 81,006 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 79,716 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 78,064 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 78,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,750 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 73,187 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,558 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 66,605 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 64,093 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 62,744 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 62,744 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 60,774 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 60,774 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 58,149 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 54,840 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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LY03 SHV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LY03 SHV, 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 LY03 SHV registered?

LY03 SHV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is LY03 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY03 SHV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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