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R900 AWJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,099 mi
Last recorded11,099 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 AWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 11,099 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 10,840 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 10,667 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 10,387 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 9,420 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 9,236 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 9,236 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 8,578 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 8,567 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 8,567 miles

Indicator switch defective hazard switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 8,396 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 8,396 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2013 6,730 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 4,158 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,349 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2009 3,031 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,927 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 2,852 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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R900 AWJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R900 AWJ, 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 R900 AWJ registered?

R900 AWJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is R900 AWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R900 AWJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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