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PE53 YKP

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

202,193 mi
Last recorded202,193 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 YKP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 202,193 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 202,193 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 197,904 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 197,894 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 188,741 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 188,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 178,089 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 165,926 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 148,998 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 148,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 134,567 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 112,623 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 97,623 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 97,623 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 84,450 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 74,664 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear offside discs slightly corroded.

Pass 2 Jun 2011 70,200 miles

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 May 2010 61,175 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 51,718 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 44,323 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 36,664 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 YKP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YKP, 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 PE53 YKP registered?

PE53 YKP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for PE53 YKP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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