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SN03 EXU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,173 mi
Last recorded59,173 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 EXU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 59,173 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 56,085 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 52,183 miles

n/s/f tyre weaing close to legal limit

slight play in n/s/r shockie bush

Pass 28 May 2015 47,752 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,150 miles

195/65/r15 91v

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/r tyre ware on edges

rear no plate starting to debond

Fail 3 Jun 2014 44,150 miles

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

195/65/r15 91v

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/r tyre ware on edges

rear no plate starting to debond

Fail 13 May 2013 41,376 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 41,376 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 36,497 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 33,189 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front brake discs pitted & corroded (inner faces)

Pass 13 May 2010 28,675 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 24,097 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,750 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 20,750 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2007 16,982 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 13,346 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2006 13,346 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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SN03 EXU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SN03 EXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN03 EXU registered?

SN03 EXU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is SN03 EXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 EXU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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