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BV63 MHJ

2013 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,247 mi
Last recorded137,247 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV63 MHJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 137,247 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 137,211 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 123,009 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 123,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 109,098 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 108,107 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 107,206 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 103,972 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2018 103,972 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2017 98,547 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Aug 2016 89,145 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 95,441 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre has an unrepairable puncture nail on outer edge chalked 225/45/r 17/91y

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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BV63 MHJ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 80,604 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 BV63 MHJ, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV63 MHJ registered?

BV63 MHJ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 September 2013.

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