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VU03 RXN

2003 Skoda Octavia

Orange Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,538 mi
Last recorded100,538 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 RXN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 100,538 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

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

eml light on

Pass 5 May 2017 90,909 miles

Rear discs corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2016 86,638 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 82,211 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 77,979 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2014 77,979 miles

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

both front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2013 73,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 69,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear parking brake application heavily imbalanced.

Rear service brake application heavily imbalanced.

Pass 16 Apr 2011 64,393 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 59,824 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 54,707 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2008 50,208 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 50,208 miles

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2007 46,471 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 39,806 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 RXN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RXN, 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

How do I check the history of VU03 RXN?

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What year was VU03 RXN registered?

VU03 RXN is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is VU03 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 RXN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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