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YF53 OYO

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,627 mi
Last recorded114,627 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 OYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 114,627 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 106,661 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 95,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 95,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 88,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 74,247 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 74,247 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 57,507 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 55,442 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 49,488 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 49,488 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 41,586 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 32,651 miles

near side rear tyre have cracking outer edge off side rear tyre have cracking between the tread

Fail 23 May 2008 32,651 miles

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

near side rear tyre have cracking outer edge off side rear tyre have cracking between the tread

Pass 31 May 2007 25,454 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 23,271 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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YF53 OYO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF53 OYO, 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 YF53 OYO registered?

YF53 OYO is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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