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2003 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · LV52 HTC

LV52 HTC

2003 Skoda Octavia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 13 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 187,797 miles. MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
SKODA OCTAVIA
Year / Origin
2003 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 15 Apr 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
187,797 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 15 Apr 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1896cc
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LV52 HTC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2025
  • 187,797 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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LV52 HTC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 13:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Octavia (LV52 HTC) between January 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 April 2025 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 (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LV52 HTC Mileage History

  1. 29/01/2022176,509 mi
  2. 29/01/2022176,509 mi
  3. 27/02/2023185,852 mi+9,343 mi
  4. 17/04/2024186,524 mi+672 mi
  5. 10/04/2025187,797 mi+1,273 mi

Average of roughly 3,533 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Older vehicle
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