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MU51 GZO

2001 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,059 mi
Last recorded187,059 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 GZO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 187,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 175,102 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 175,102 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 166,869 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 154,356 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 138,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 123,978 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 110,119 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 110,119 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 97,814 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Nov 2009 97,814 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 84,316 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 72,002 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 59,057 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 48,520 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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MU51 GZO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MU51 GZO, 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 MU51 GZO registered?

MU51 GZO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is MU51 GZO safe to buy?

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