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YX03 MDV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

159,950 mi
Last recorded159,950 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 MDV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 159,950 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 149,583 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 140,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 130,069 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 118,157 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 112,691 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

n/s/f washer poor

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 20 Feb 2013 112,691 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s/f washer poor

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 27 Feb 2012 106,343 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 100,108 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 100,102 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 83,784 miles

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 23 Apr 2009 65,825 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 50,289 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 May 2007 41,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2006 29,363 miles

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

Offside 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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YX03 MDV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MDV, 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 MDV registered?

YX03 MDV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 May 2003.

Is YX03 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 MDV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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