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PE53 TZJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,519 mi
Last recorded119,519 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 TZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 119,519 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 119,519 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 112,584 miles

n/s door mirror damaged

Fail 8 Nov 2013 112,584 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light on.

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 9 Nov 2012 109,258 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 105,925 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 102,420 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 102,420 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2009 88,229 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 69,528 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 55,240 miles

both front an rear brake discs lipped and worn

Pass 19 Oct 2006 40,163 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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PE53 TZJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PE53 TZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE53 TZJ registered?

PE53 TZJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is PE53 TZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE53 TZJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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