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BX51 NZC

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

178,460 mi
Last recorded178,460 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 NZC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 178,460 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 178,460 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 166,450 miles

rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2018 153,316 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 140,482 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 140,482 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 129,249 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2016 129,218 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened by pivot point (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 126,628 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 126,628 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s and n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working o/s and n/s (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 124,611 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 124,611 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 122,332 miles

rear silencer exhaust silencer tail pipes corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2013 122,332 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s /r brake has rubbing noise when rotated but not binding .

rear silencer exhaust silencer tail pipes corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2012 118,687 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 116,128 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 109,561 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 109,561 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 98,325 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 98,323 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 86,036 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 73,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 61,841 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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BX51 NZC is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BX51 NZC, 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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What year was BX51 NZC registered?

BX51 NZC is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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