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RL52 YLK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

183,686 mi
Last recorded183,686 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 YLK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 183,686 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 175,023 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 175,023 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 166,715 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 157,262 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)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 145,912 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 135,243 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 119,686 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 107,220 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 92,563 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 77,749 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 62,442 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 45,427 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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RL52 YLK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RL52 YLK, 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 RL52 YLK registered?

RL52 YLK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is RL52 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 YLK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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