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SF03 XOA

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

120,111 mi
Last recorded120,111 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 XOA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 120,111 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 110,362 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 104,407 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 98,157 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 98,147 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn AXLE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 89,140 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 80,213 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,402 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 66,357 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 60,748 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 54,307 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 48,306 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 42,261 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 37,034 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 31,707 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 28,417 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 24,846 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 19,818 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 XOA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XOA, 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 XOA registered?

SF03 XOA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is SF03 XOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 XOA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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