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SP53 EOV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

382,065 mi
Last recorded382,065 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 EOV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 382,065 miles

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

front registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2010 311,280 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 311,280 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 256,275 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 200,273 miles

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

Oil leak

bulbs out in centre stoplamp

Fail 9 Jul 2008 200,272 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

bulbs out in centre stoplamp

Pass 9 Oct 2007 180,357 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 146,304 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 146,304 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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SP53 EOV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP53 EOV, 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 SP53 EOV registered?

SP53 EOV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SP53 EOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 EOV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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