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SY03 EHX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,594 mi
Last recorded100,594 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 EHX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 100,594 miles

Brake pipes have protective coatings full inspection not possible

Pass 5 Jul 2017 100,072 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 98,901 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 95,191 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 95,191 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 89,884 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 83,206 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 77,280 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 71,798 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 71,798 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 66,008 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 57,679 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 49,596 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 49,596 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 39,740 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 29,515 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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SY03 EHX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY03 EHX, 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 SY03 EHX registered?

SY03 EHX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SY03 EHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 EHX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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