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SN53 EPA

2003 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,402 mi
Last recorded154,402 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 EPA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2012 154,402 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

eye level brake inoprative

rear wiper blade missing

Pass 7 Sep 2010 127,877 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 91,354 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 128,809 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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SN53 EPA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SN53 EPA, 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 SN53 EPA registered?

SN53 EPA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is SN53 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 EPA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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