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RX03 JWD

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,822 mi
Last recorded103,822 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 JWD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 103,822 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 97,277 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 May 2016 97,249 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 90,299 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

exhaust rusty and weak

rear shocker dust covers in poor condition

Pass 3 May 2014 82,083 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 74,714 miles

all tyres low on tread

rear brake discs rusty

rear number plate poor

Fail 10 May 2013 74,714 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

all tyres low on tread

rear brake discs rusty

rear number plate poor

Pass 12 May 2012 67,981 miles

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 14 May 2011 60,632 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 44,851 miles

rear brake pads very low

Pass 20 May 2008 36,335 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 36,335 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 26,353 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven and just legal

Pass 7 Mar 2006 17,251 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Mar 2006 17,251 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RX03 JWD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RX03 JWD, 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 RX03 JWD registered?

RX03 JWD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is RX03 JWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 JWD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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