MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
215,917 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi?
Based on 1,320 MOT tests across 382 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SF53 PYP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 141,610 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 Classic Sdi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 PYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SF53 PYP registered?
SF53 PYP is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi, first registered on 10 October 2003.
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