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FV63 LBU

2013 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

196,174 mi
Last recorded196,174 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV63 LBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 196,174 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 196,174 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 185,658 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 183,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (225/45 R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (225/45 R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Two chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 169,171 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 169,171 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 159,072 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 141,764 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 119,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 94,830 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 68,589 miles

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

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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FV63 LBU is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV63 LBU, 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 FV63 LBU registered?

FV63 LBU is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 November 2013.

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The MOT history for FV63 LBU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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