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WA03 FCX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

138,289 mi
Last recorded138,289 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 FCX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 138,289 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack end

Fail 22 May 2009 138,289 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear washer not working

slight play in nearside steering rack end

Pass 27 May 2008 120,088 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 114,704 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 114,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

STONGLY ADVISE FRONT TYRES CHANGED SOON

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

Pass 29 May 2007 95,871 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 95,871 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

service indicator on

Pass 6 Mar 2006 66,120 miles

osr tyre worn uneven on inner edge,nsr tyre getting low on tread,slight lip on rear discs

Fail 6 Mar 2006 66,120 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all other brake discs becoming lipped and worn

offside rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge

slight uneven wear on inner edge nearside rear tyre and getting low on 3mm

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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WA03 FCX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WA03 FCX, 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 WA03 FCX registered?

WA03 FCX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is WA03 FCX safe to buy?

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