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WX03 GVL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,967 mi
Last recorded96,967 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 GVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012 96,967 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 96,967 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 90,004 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cat heat shield loose

o/s park effort lower than n/s

slight bind at rear brakes

Pass 25 Feb 2011 85,251 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 77,919 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 72,810 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 63,624 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 54,090 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Mar 2006 41,997 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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WX03 GVL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WX03 GVL, 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 WX03 GVL registered?

WX03 GVL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is WX03 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 GVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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