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FV13 XVF

2013 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,402 mi
Last recorded126,402 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 XVF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 126,402 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 118,592 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small end split. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

TPMS Warning lamp illuminated.

Fail 17 Feb 2025 118,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small end split. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

TPMS Warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 21 Feb 2024 109,530 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small end. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

TPMS warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 23 Feb 2023 101,354 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Undertray becoming insecure.

TPMS warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 12 Mar 2022 92,426 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 92,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 83,985 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 79,563 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 71,575 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 60,204 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 51,912 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 40,488 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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FV13 XVF is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Silver 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 FV13 XVF, 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 FV13 XVF registered?

FV13 XVF is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 May 2013.

Is FV13 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 XVF 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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