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YN03 YJL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,129 mi
Last recorded120,129 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 YJL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 120,129 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 110,381 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 May 2011 102,978 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 95,251 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 87,336 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 80,326 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 80,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2007 70,342 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 56,876 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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YN03 YJL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel 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 YN03 YJL, 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 YN03 YJL registered?

YN03 YJL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is YN03 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN03 YJL 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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