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PX03 BFK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

188,316 mi
Last recorded188,316 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 BFK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 188,316 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 183,131 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 176,779 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 169,045 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 159,987 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 143,483 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 126,471 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 114,810 miles

Dashboard headlamp adjuster not working.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 114,810 miles

Dashboard headlamp adjuster not working.

Pass 8 Jun 2010 97,780 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 97,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 82,479 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 67,211 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 49,779 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 33,736 miles

Left rear seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 33,736 miles

Left rear seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted.

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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PX03 BFK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PX03 BFK, 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 PX03 BFK registered?

PX03 BFK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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