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SF03 XJD

2003 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

145,226 mi
Last recorded145,226 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 XJD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 145,226 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear inner side walls are split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 145,204 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear inner side walls are split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 132,005 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 130,028 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 130,028 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 126,140 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 126,140 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 122,999 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 122,999 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 118,796 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 118,793 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 111,370 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 111,370 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 99,995 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 XJD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XJD, 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 XJD registered?

SF03 XJD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SF03 XJD safe to buy?

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