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AY51 BGV

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

149,013 mi
Last recorded149,013 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 BGV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 149,013 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

E.M.Light on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (7.1.2)

Nearside brake caliper level not returning to the stop

Nearside front wheel is cambered

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear axle has a brake imbalance of 25%

Fail 5 Sep 2016 149,013 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres wearing on edges

E.M.Light on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (7.1.2)

Nearside brake caliper level not returning to the stop

Nearside front wheel is cambered

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear axle has a brake imbalance of 25%

Pass 3 Sep 2015 133,570 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 128,170 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 122,275 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 114,288 miles

indicators fading

outer sills damaged

Pass 15 Jun 2011 102,655 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 85,499 miles

rear brake pads low & discs in poor condition

Pass 12 Jun 2009 72,793 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 60,556 miles

Both front brake discs pitted inner face.

Nails in offside and nearside rear tyres .

Nearside rear tyre worn close to wear bars.

Offside rear shock absober damp .(Leaking)

Rear brake pads worn very low .

Pass 24 Aug 2007 47,408 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 35,978 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 28,719 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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AY51 BGV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AY51 BGV, 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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AY51 BGV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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