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GX51 VFP

2001 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2008
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

233,447 mi
Last recorded233,447 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2007
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VFP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2007 233,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate lights dim

Pass 15 May 2007 217,917 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

f/n/s tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Nov 2006 199,110 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 179,812 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 157,620 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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GX51 VFP is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX51 VFP, 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 GX51 VFP registered?

GX51 VFP is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is GX51 VFP safe to buy?

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