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YX03 BNT

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,187 mi
Last recorded74,187 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 BNT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 74,187 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2013 66,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 66,704 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 60,961 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 56,591 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 56,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 50,746 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 50,664 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 42,821 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 37,160 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 31,154 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 23,748 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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YX03 BNT is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YX03 BNT, 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 YX03 BNT registered?

YX03 BNT is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is YX03 BNT safe to buy?

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