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FT13 BXM

2013 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,649 mi
Last recorded160,649 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 BXM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 160,649 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 141,168 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 141,168 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 115,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured damaged lens & cracked (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Rear tyre Ageing & cracking on sidewalls (2055516)

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2016 89,096 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 89,096 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 65,024 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 33,100 miles

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

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

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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FT13 BXM is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FT13 BXM, 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.

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What year was FT13 BXM registered?

FT13 BXM is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2013.

Is FT13 BXM safe to buy?

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