2003 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · SA53 EHR
2003 Skoda Octavia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 12 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 100,393 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA53 EHR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 100,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA53 EHR MOT History
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 (SA53 EHR) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.
SA53 EHR Mileage History
- 27/06/202491,987 mi
- 27/06/202491,987 mi
- 28/06/202593,384 mi+1,397 mi
- 28/06/202593,384 mi
- 08/07/2026100,393 mi+7,009 mi
Average of roughly 4,145 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Octavia Mk1
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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