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YB03 LHW

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,918 mi
Last recorded163,918 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 LHW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 163,918 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 155,787 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak SLIGHT ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 154,420 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 147,991 miles

n/s front floor to body sill damaged

n/s front tyre cut on outer wall

n/s wiper blade split at ends clears screen ok

Pass 28 Aug 2013 145,494 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 145,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 123,904 miles

mang light on

Fail 5 Sep 2012 123,904 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

mang light on

Pass 8 Sep 2011 98,516 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/sinner cv boot deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2010 94,440 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 86,733 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 74,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 74,715 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 66,533 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 63,148 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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YB03 LHW is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YB03 LHW, 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 YB03 LHW registered?

YB03 LHW is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is YB03 LHW safe to buy?

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