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FE51 XKB

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

354,439 mi
Last recorded354,439 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 XKB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 354,439 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 354,424 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 332,339 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 311,541 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 311,516 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 290,791 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 270,897 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 250,966 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 234,181 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 227,058 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 227,058 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 May 2010 219,616 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2010 219,590 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 213,502 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 207,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 190,010 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 165,602 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 146,870 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 126,472 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2005 99,078 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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FE51 XKB is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FE51 XKB, 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 FE51 XKB registered?

FE51 XKB is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2001.

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