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OY53 WFF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

198,505 mi
Last recorded198,505 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 WFF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 198,505 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 198,505 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 190,634 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 181,225 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 174,995 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 168,512 miles

offside ride stabaliser bar not located

Fail 11 Nov 2014 168,512 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

offside ride stabaliser bar not located

Pass 11 Nov 2013 157,317 miles

rear exhust mounting rusted

Pass 29 Nov 2012 147,834 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 132,868 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 115,926 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 98,214 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 77,730 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 61,037 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 42,453 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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OY53 WFF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OY53 WFF, 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 OY53 WFF registered?

OY53 WFF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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