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KE51 XUY

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

156,246 mi
Last recorded156,246 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 XUY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 156,246 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 155,865 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view glass (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 89,418 miles

Oil leak

original test c/o by J.A. SHAVE

Fail 8 Dec 2014 89,402 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 88,097 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 88,097 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 79,301 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 79,301 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 71,918 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 60,309 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,845 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 53,668 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 49,756 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 49,756 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 46,948 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 40,512 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 30,500 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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KE51 XUY is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 KE51 XUY, 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

How do I check the history of KE51 XUY?

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What year was KE51 XUY registered?

KE51 XUY is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is KE51 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 XUY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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