The road tax status for GU53 WBD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for GU53 WBD?

The MOT for GU53 WBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of GU53 WBD?

The recorded mileage for GU53 WBD is 164,188 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is GU53 WBD ULEZ compliant?

No, GU53 WBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2003 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · GU53 WBD

GU53 WBD

2003 Skoda Octavia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 04/09/2003. Recorded mileage 164,188 miles. MOT valid until 11/04/2027.

Make & Model: SKODA OCTAVIA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Canterbury
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 164,188 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 164,188 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 1896cc

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GU53 WBD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
164,188 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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GU53 WBD Mileage History

10/03/2023145,104 mi
18/03/2024150,944 mi+5,840 mi
12/03/2025157,363 mi+6,419 mi
11/03/2026164,186 mi+6,823 mi
13/04/2026164,188 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 6,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GU53 WBD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 19:34

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Octavia (GU53 WBD) between March 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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