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OE03 DZV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,908 mi
Last recorded103,908 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 DZV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2014 103,908 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 103,908 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 100,050 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 95,628 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear bumpstops poor condition

Fail 16 Oct 2012 95,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear bumpstops poor condition

Pass 25 Oct 2011 89,666 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 85,425 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 82,437 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 82,437 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 71,214 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 58,766 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 58,766 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 45,366 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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OE03 DZV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,898cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OE03 DZV, 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 OE03 DZV registered?

OE03 DZV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is OE03 DZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 DZV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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