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VU03 RWV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,385 mi
Last recorded82,385 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 RWV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 82,385 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 82,385 miles

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 76,853 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 74,580 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 72,576 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 67,768 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 62,857 miles

Nearside Front 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 8 Feb 2010 58,609 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 53,080 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 45,238 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 39,190 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 32,136 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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VU03 RWV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 VU03 RWV, 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 VU03 RWV registered?

VU03 RWV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is VU03 RWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 RWV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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