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LX51 AVP

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,987 mi
Last recorded87,987 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 AVP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 87,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brakes worn

Pass 19 Aug 2016 85,677 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 85,677 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 82,976 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 82,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 80,503 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 75,938 miles

offside rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder but not down to cord

Fail 14 Aug 2013 75,938 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre cracking on outer shoulder but not down to cord

Pass 17 Aug 2012 71,690 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 68,145 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Sep 2010 64,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 60,562 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 57,007 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 50,610 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 42,337 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LX51 AVP is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX51 AVP, 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.

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What year was LX51 AVP registered?

LX51 AVP is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 AVP safe to buy?

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