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YK03 HBM

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,795 mi
Last recorded128,795 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 HBM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 128,795 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 125,490 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 119,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm left and scrubbed on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm left and scrubbed on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 113,678 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 107,768 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 101,393 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 96,877 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 89,307 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 80,000 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 80,000 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 72,489 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,402 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 51,777 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 41,719 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 32,605 miles

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

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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YK03 HBM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YK03 HBM, 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 YK03 HBM registered?

YK03 HBM is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is YK03 HBM safe to buy?

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