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FV10 JLU

2010 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

201,136 mi
Last recorded201,136 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV10 JLU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 201,136 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 190,826 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 184,731 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 168,916 miles

both front drop links upper ball joint dust cover deteriated

both front lower arms rear bushes deteriated

nsf lower arm slight play in bush

nsf outer cv boot small split

Pass 2 Sep 2014 155,136 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 136,372 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 111,574 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 98,158 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 98,010 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 76,505 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 76,505 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 55,965 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 33,797 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,938 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 13,547 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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FV10 JLU is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 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 FV10 JLU, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV10 JLU registered?

FV10 JLU is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 May 2010.

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