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SF53 VMC

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

233,077 mi
Last recorded233,077 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 VMC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 233,077 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak underneath

Fail 15 Dec 2020 233,077 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak underneath

Pass 20 Feb 2017 222,048 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 222,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 204,988 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 190,245 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 174,502 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 158,882 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 149,704 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 135,793 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 122,267 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 122,267 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 107,470 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 90,056 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 71,562 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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SF53 VMC 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 80%.

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 SF53 VMC, 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 SF53 VMC registered?

SF53 VMC is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is SF53 VMC safe to buy?

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