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WA03 LHZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,996 mi
Last recorded122,996 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 LHZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 122,996 miles

EML on

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

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

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

offside number plate light lens missing

Pass 13 Jun 2016 113,767 miles

all tyres worn 195/55/15v

coolant leak

Fail 10 Jun 2016 113,711 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

EML light illuminated

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

all tyres worn 195/55/15v

coolant leak

Pass 15 May 2015 103,218 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 91,618 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 83,883 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine breather pipe broken and starting to leak oil

Fail 25 Apr 2013 83,883 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine breather pipe broken and starting to leak oil

Pass 16 Feb 2012 70,639 miles

Front brake pads worn low

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 60,921 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 58,037 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 51,079 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 45,027 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 35,853 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,750 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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WA03 LHZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WA03 LHZ, 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 WA03 LHZ registered?

WA03 LHZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is WA03 LHZ safe to buy?

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