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FP51 AXA

2001 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

122,469 mi
Last recorded122,469 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 AXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 122,469 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 119,342 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 114,943 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 110,455 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 106,649 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 106,649 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 106,525 miles

Front TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 104,104 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Oct 2018 104,104 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 101,384 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 98,671 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 94,512 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 91,367 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 88,093 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 83,125 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 78,395 miles

both rear tyres castleated.

Pass 25 Oct 2010 72,980 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 68,356 miles

exhaust centre section mount broken but still fully supports exhaust system due to hanger design

Pass 29 Oct 2008 61,714 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 54,594 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 47,464 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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FP51 AXA is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FP51 AXA, 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

How do I check the history of FP51 AXA?

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What year was FP51 AXA registered?

FP51 AXA is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 November 2001.

Is FP51 AXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 AXA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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