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FV13 XVO

2013 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,016 mi
Last recorded94,016 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 XVO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 94,016 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 81,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front oil leak on engine

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 78,102 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 78,100 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 74,501 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2021 69,249 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 65,693 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 65,693 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing both sides each bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both sides each bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 60,044 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 60,043 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2018 49,568 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 46,767 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 26,890 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 14,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XVO is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 FV13 XVO, 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 XVO registered?

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

Is FV13 XVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 XVO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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