2003 Skoda Octavia 1.8L Petrol · SV53 BHJ
2003 Skoda Octavia (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 147,642 miles. MOT expired on 09 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,642 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SV53 BHJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 24/01/2024
- 147,642 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SV53 BHJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Octavia (SV53 BHJ) between February 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
SV53 BHJ Mileage History
- 08/02/2022118,161 mi
- 07/02/2023133,195 mi+15,034 mi
- 24/01/2024147,642 mi+14,447 mi
Average of roughly 15,058 miles per year across 3 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: Below Average
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