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OV03 NZF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Bronze Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

271,773 mi
Last recorded271,773 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 NZF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 271,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust starting to deteriorate

front brakes slightly out of balance new pads and discs fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2015 271,701 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust starting to deteriorate

front brakes slightly out of balance new pads and discs fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2014 243,517 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

high level stop light one bulb not working

Fail 24 Mar 2014 234,344 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

high level stop light one bulb not working

Pass 26 Sep 2013 224,720 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front wipers split on ends

emissions high just passed test

Pass 20 Mar 2013 205,142 miles

1xbulb inop in centre rear brake light

Pass 9 Oct 2012 191,469 miles

1 bulb inop in centre brake light

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 172,566 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 160,518 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

one bulb inop in centre rear brake light

Pass 27 Oct 2011 160,518 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

one bulb inop in centre rear brake light

Pass 25 Mar 2011 136,154 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear and offside rear brake pipe from rear flexi to calliper signs of deterioration under coating

Fail 22 Mar 2011 135,916 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear and offside rear brake pipe from rear flexi to calliper signs of deterioration under coating

Pass 15 Apr 2010 97,704 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 83,516 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 83,325 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 64,395 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 64,395 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 44,210 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,190 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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OV03 NZF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Bronze with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 OV03 NZF, 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 OV03 NZF registered?

OV03 NZF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 May 2003.

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