MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
191,367 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?
Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AE53 CBY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 86,278 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 CBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of AE53 CBY?
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What year was AE53 CBY registered?
AE53 CBY is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is AE53 CBY safe to buy?
The MOT history for AE53 CBY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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