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SV53 BKU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,315 mi
Last recorded100,315 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 BKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 100,315 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 97,457 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 95,839 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 93,842 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 90,219 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 87,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 84,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 21 Jul 2011 81,819 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 78,935 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 74,726 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 74,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 69,168 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 63,973 miles

BOTH FRONT WISH BONES REAR BUSHES SPLIT

NAIL IN N/S REAR TYRE

O/S WINDSCREEN CHIPPED.WITHIN 10MM

Pass 26 Sep 2006 59,873 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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SV53 BKU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SV53 BKU, 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 SV53 BKU registered?

SV53 BKU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SV53 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 BKU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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