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OV51 KNS

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,778 mi
Last recorded110,778 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 KNS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 110,778 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 105,147 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 96,934 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 91,409 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust middle section mounting broken (MOT requirements met at time of test)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 89,022 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 89,022 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 86,313 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2012 82,465 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 82,465 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 78,607 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 74,687 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 74,687 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 71,530 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 65,897 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 55,145 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 44,902 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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OV51 KNS is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OV51 KNS, 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 OV51 KNS registered?

OV51 KNS is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is OV51 KNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 KNS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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