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OU51 XLO

2001 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,303 mi
Last recorded187,303 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 XLO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 187,303 miles

Nearside Front slight play in inner tie rod

Pass 22 Nov 2016 182,844 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 175,887 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear disks worn

Rear tyres worn on inner edges and close to limit

Fail 26 May 2015 175,887 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear disks worn

Rear tyres worn on inner edges and close to limit

Pass 24 Apr 2014 167,264 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 157,619 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 150,866 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 140,898 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 20 Nov 2009 126,959 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 126,959 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 111,061 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 111,061 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 95,487 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 83,192 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 68,627 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 68,627 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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OU51 XLO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Orange 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 OU51 XLO, 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 OU51 XLO registered?

OU51 XLO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is OU51 XLO safe to buy?

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