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BU64 XBN

2014 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,545 mi
Last recorded161,545 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU64 XBN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 161,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 142,785 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 119,075 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2024 119,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 106,547 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 100,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected Backing plate corroded, 1 fixing corroded through, still secure. (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 91,727 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 85,335 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 75,529 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 59,594 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 59,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 44,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 44,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BU64 XBN is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 76,780 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 BU64 XBN, 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 12 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BU64 XBN registered?

BU64 XBN is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 September 2014.

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