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YN53 BWF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,819 mi
Last recorded13,819 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 BWF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 13,819 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 13,786 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 13,760 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 13,741 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 13,678 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 13,678 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 13,524 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 13,124 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 12,582 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 11,197 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 10,675 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 10,119 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 9,472 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 8,464 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 8,101 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 6,732 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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YN53 BWF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YN53 BWF, 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 YN53 BWF registered?

YN53 BWF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for YN53 BWF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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