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YN53 FJV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,965 mi
Last recorded85,965 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FJV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 85,965 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 85,545 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 85,113 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 84,527 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 83,859 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 83,000 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 81,528 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 80,259 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 80,218 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 78,834 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 76,208 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 74,379 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 71,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 70,734 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 68,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine mil light on

Fail 12 Dec 2012 68,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine mil light on

Pass 13 Dec 2011 66,207 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 62,549 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 62,549 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 59,226 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,873 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 49,321 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 FJV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FJV, 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 YN53 FJV registered?

YN53 FJV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is YN53 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN53 FJV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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