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TCZ 5882

2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

255,032 mi
Last recorded255,032 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI86,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 5882
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 255,032 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2019 255,304 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2019 255,296 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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TCZ 5882 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 86,278 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 Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCZ 5882, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TCZ 5882?

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What year was TCZ 5882 registered?

TCZ 5882 is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 29 August 2003.

Is TCZ 5882 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 5882 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCZ 5882 have outstanding finance?

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