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EX51 XSV

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,012 mi
Last recorded177,012 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XSV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 177,012 miles

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

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

rear silencer mounting bracket corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2013 177,012 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

rear silencer mounting bracket corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2012 170,085 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 162,053 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 155,251 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 14,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 138,133 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front indicators fading

cambelt change due to mileage

Pass 13 Sep 2007 124,140 miles

advise spare steel wheel fitted to nearside rear for retest

advise strong rear exhaust hanger very badly corroded and weak

front brake discs worn/pitted

front brake imbalance 10%

Fail 13 Sep 2007 124,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise spare steel wheel fitted to nearside rear for retest

advise strong rear exhaust hanger very badly corroded and weak

front brake discs worn/pitted

front brake imbalance 10%

Pass 14 Sep 2006 111,851 miles

front brake discs worn †rear silencer rear mounting corroded

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 XSV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green 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 XSV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX51 XSV registered?

EX51 XSV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is EX51 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XSV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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