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PN53 UJM

2003 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,960 mi
Last recorded201,960 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 UJM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 201,960 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 190,773 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 176,572 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 170,651 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 164,951 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 164,951 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015
Fail 11 Sep 2015

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 150,524 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 150,524 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 138,782 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 138,782 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 120,724 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 120,667 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 120,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 112,054 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 102,990 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 91,718 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 78,887 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 66,477 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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PN53 UJM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 PN53 UJM, 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 PN53 UJM registered?

PN53 UJM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is PN53 UJM safe to buy?

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