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AO51 BFX

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

162,401 mi
Last recorded162,401 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 BFX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 162,401 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 162,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 140,264 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 139,711 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2011 124,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Oct 2010 123,108 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 123,108 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 118,772 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 112,625 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 112,625 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 31 Oct 2007 104,701 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 104,701 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 95,131 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 95,131 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 67,710 miles

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

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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AO51 BFX is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO51 BFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 BFX registered?

AO51 BFX is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AO51 BFX safe to buy?

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