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BV20 PFA

2020 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,899 mi
Last recorded140,899 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2020 Skoda Octavia41,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV20 PFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 140,899 miles

unable to inspect some components due to underbody covers fitted

Fail 24 Jun 2026 140,570 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

unable to inspect some components due to underbody covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2025 125,944 miles

unable to inspect some components due to underbody covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2024 94,378 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

unable to inspect some components due to underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 62,933 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2023 62,745 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

coolant level low

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2023 51,111 miles

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

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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BV20 PFA is a 2020 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2020 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 41,072 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 BV20 PFA, 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 6 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV20 PFA registered?

BV20 PFA is a 2020 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2020.

Is BV20 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV20 PFA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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