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SF03 TXG

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,159 mi
Last recorded150,159 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 TXG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 150,159 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 146,678 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 132,081 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 132,045 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 132,045 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 130,300 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 125,968 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 115,742 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 105,611 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 96,286 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 96,286 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 83,807 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 69,124 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 54,592 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 16,732 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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SF03 TXG is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SF03 TXG, 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 SF03 TXG registered?

SF03 TXG is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is SF03 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 TXG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF03 TXG have outstanding finance?

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