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OV52 XDB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,130 mi
Last recorded167,130 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 XDB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 167,130 miles

All four (4) tyre treads are at the point of wear blocks exposed.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Nov 2015 152,900 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

play inner steering system

Fail 11 Nov 2015 152,900 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working all lamps (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

play inner steering system

Pass 8 Dec 2014 148,435 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside front brake slight binding.

rear offside brake slight binding.

Pass 11 Dec 2013 144,848 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 136,085 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 121,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre exhaust bracket broken- weld?.

Fail 16 Jan 2012 121,696 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre exhaust bracket broken- weld?.

Fail 18 Jan 2011 109,174 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 109,174 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 96,823 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 83,130 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 69,056 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 69,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2006 52,069 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 40,715 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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OV52 XDB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV52 XDB, 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 OV52 XDB registered?

OV52 XDB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 January 2003.

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