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FR13 XLM

2013 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,747 mi
Last recorded76,747 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 XLM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 76,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bushes starting to de-bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 72,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes de-bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 68,375 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes starting to de-bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 64,196 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

both front wipers starting to smear screen slightly

Pass 7 Jul 2022 59,477 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 59,475 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 55,321 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 52,682 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 52,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre fitted with sidewall marking inside facing to the outside. (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 47,807 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,147 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 35,082 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 29,250 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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FR13 XLM is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FR13 XLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FR13 XLM registered?

FR13 XLM is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is FR13 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 XLM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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