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OU03 VGP

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

197,097 mi
Last recorded197,097 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VGP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 197,097 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre wearing thin on the outer edge

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under-tray insecure on the offside

Pass 18 Dec 2015 185,955 miles

Brake pedal feels a little spongy

Child seat fitted, not allowing a full inspection of the adult belt

Engine covers and under-trays fitted, obscuring some components

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.8mm also almost bald on the outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres are on 3mm

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 2 Dec 2014 176,492 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 11 Dec 2013 161,805 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 147,827 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 129,605 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 109,292 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 91,430 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 70,687 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 48,151 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 12 Dec 2006 28,110 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 28,110 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 22,911 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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OU03 VGP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OU03 VGP, 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 OU03 VGP registered?

OU03 VGP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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