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DU13 PVZ

2013 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,404 mi
Last recorded51,404 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU13 PVZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2026 51,404 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 7 Oct 2021 50,694 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 48,667 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 48,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2019 45,800 miles

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

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front shock absorbers misting oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 40,844 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Oct 2017 36,326 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 31,357 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 24,703 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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DU13 PVZ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DU13 PVZ, 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 DU13 PVZ registered?

DU13 PVZ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is DU13 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU13 PVZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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