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MS51 CAT

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,063 mi
Last recorded82,063 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMS51 CAT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 82,063 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 71,726 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 68,303 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 68,221 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulges in outer wall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective Bonnet retaining device not operating correctly due to lack of lubrication (3.1 (c))

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

TPMS showing low tyre pressures. Tyre pressures rectified prior to brake test

Pass 23 May 2023 64,342 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 64,342 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2022 56,416 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2021 51,028 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 42,748 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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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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MS51 CAT is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 MS51 CAT, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MS51 CAT registered?

MS51 CAT is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is MS51 CAT safe to buy?

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