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A3 VBD

2001 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,487 mi
Last recorded58,487 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VBD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2020 58,487 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 55,486 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,393 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 54,720 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 53,513 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 52,369 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 51,197 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 48,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 47,322 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 43,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 39,123 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 37,430 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 35,642 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 32,268 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 29,885 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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A3 VBD is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 105,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 VBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 VBD registered?

A3 VBD is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is A3 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VBD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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