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WV53 FDU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,488 mi
Last recorded50,488 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 FDU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 50,488 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 49,895 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 48,838 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 48,181 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 12 Oct 2021 47,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 46,783 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 46,170 miles

Nearside Front steering track rod has slight play on inner

Pass 12 Oct 2018 45,245 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 44,136 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 43,320 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 41,078 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,906 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 39,722 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 39,722 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 38,762 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 38,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 37,522 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 35,786 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 34,559 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 32,476 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 30,553 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 28,289 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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WV53 FDU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WV53 FDU, 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 WV53 FDU registered?

WV53 FDU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WV53 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 FDU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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