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SF03 XLY

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

566,449 mi
Last recorded566,449 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 XLY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 566,449 miles

Sills excessively corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2018 566,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Sills excessively corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2016 556,107 miles

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to protective coating

Pass 6 Aug 2015 553,787 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak

unable to fully inspect all brake pipes due to protective coating applied

Fail 5 Aug 2015 553,781 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Hand operated control valve unit insecure (3.2.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak

rear exhaust hanger deteriorated

unable to fully inspect all brake pipes due to protective coating applied

Pass 8 Sep 2014 534,221 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 526,454 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 486,991 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 478,899 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 463,175 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 441,194 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 427,853 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 409,789 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

ns door mirror cracked

Pass 16 Jun 2010 361,740 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 189,547 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 XLY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red 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 XLY, 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 XLY registered?

SF03 XLY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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