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VO53 ZRA

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

202,867 mi
Last recorded202,867 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 ZRA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 202,867 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 185,093 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 165,993 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 165,993 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 May 2013 144,245 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 144,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

e.m.light on

Pass 20 Apr 2012 129,922 miles

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Feb 2011 120,783 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 93,583 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 73,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 73,095 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 68,416 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 56,767 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 42,058 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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VO53 ZRA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VO53 ZRA, 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 VO53 ZRA registered?

VO53 ZRA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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