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At a glance
This 2003 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 146,969 miles on the clock, averaging 7,717 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 VCW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,717 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 VCW |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 VCW
What car is OV53 VCW?
OV53 VCW is an grey Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VCW?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VCW was 146,969 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VCW passed its MOT?
OV53 VCW has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2020.
Is OV53 VCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VCW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OV53 VCW?
OV53 VCW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.