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GK51 ETU

2001 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,737 mi
Last recorded73,737 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 ETU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2011 73,737 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2011 73,737 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 71,562 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,828 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 58,986 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 21 Oct 2008 58,986 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 26 Oct 2007 50,654 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 42,771 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 35,379 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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GK51 ETU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 105,044 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 GK51 ETU, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK51 ETU registered?

GK51 ETU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is GK51 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 ETU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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