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EX51 PYG

2001 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,159 mi
Last recorded158,159 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 PYG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 158,159 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 148,083 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 135,288 miles

front number plate detiorated

front windscreen has multiple small chip impact damage

Fail 18 Apr 2011 135,288 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front number plate detiorated

front windscreen has multiple small chip impact damage

nearside front brake application slight force fluation

offside rear tyre has slight distortion

Pass 30 Apr 2010 123,736 miles

ENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW.NOT ALL TESTABLE ITEMS CHECKED, DUE TO UNDER COVER UNIT FITTED UNDER ENGINE AREA.

NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER ARM,REAR BUSH DETIORATING.

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

Fail 26 Apr 2010 123,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

ENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW.NOT ALL TESTABLE ITEMS CHECKED, DUE TO UNDER COVER UNIT FITTED UNDER ENGINE AREA.

NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER ARM,REAR BUSH DETIORATING.

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 115,107 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 105,035 miles

engine under shield slightly damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2007 100,838 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 93,780 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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EX51 PYG is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX51 PYG, 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 EX51 PYG registered?

EX51 PYG is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is EX51 PYG safe to buy?

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