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VU03 UKF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

180,750 mi
Last recorded180,750 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 UKF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 180,750 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2020 180,750 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2019 173,923 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s/f wheel damaged

Fail 4 May 2019 173,773 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s/f wheel damaged

Pass 8 May 2018 159,852 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 159,852 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2017 152,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 147,460 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 142,996 miles

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

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

both front tyres inner edges wearing

Pass 25 Apr 2014 134,168 miles

o/s/r shock absorber shroud broken

Pass 22 Apr 2013 125,116 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 117,127 miles

n/s/r tyre stepped

Pass 20 Apr 2011 106,934 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 106,934 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 95,158 miles

will need wipers soon

Pass 18 May 2009 83,821 miles

cover under engine

Fail 3 Jun 2008 70,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 70,140 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 57,355 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 52,572 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 39,443 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 UKF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 UKF, 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 UKF registered?

VU03 UKF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is VU03 UKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 UKF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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