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PK53 EZP

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

215,099 mi
Last recorded215,099 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 EZP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 215,099 miles

Engine oil leak.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 211,314 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2013 199,559 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 199,559 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 18,191 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 161,026 miles

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

Rear o/side door will not open.

Pass 29 Nov 2010 139,266 miles

Plastic covers fitted, unable to fully examine.

Pass 27 Nov 2009 118,140 miles

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

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED TO ENGINE & UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE.

Pass 24 Nov 2008 97,438 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 76,731 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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PK53 EZP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PK53 EZP, 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 PK53 EZP registered?

PK53 EZP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is PK53 EZP safe to buy?

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