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WF53 SYV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,316 mi
Last recorded52,316 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 SYV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 52,316 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 50,193 miles

both front tyres and n/s/rear tyre worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Nov 2016 47,705 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 44,946 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Fail 12 Nov 2015 44,946 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 10 Nov 2014 42,036 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 39,062 miles

n/s front tyre sidewall has small cut in deep enough to reach the cords but not in excess of requirements

Fail 14 Nov 2013 39,062 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s front tyre sidewall has small cut in deep enough to reach the cords but not in excess of requirements

Pass 7 Nov 2012 35,873 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 35,873 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 34,048 miles

surface cut in o/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 27 May 2010 30,681 miles

offside front tyre has a slight cut in outer wall

Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 23,237 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 17,659 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 13,726 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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WF53 SYV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WF53 SYV, 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 WF53 SYV registered?

WF53 SYV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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The MOT history for WF53 SYV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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