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RX51 WYG

2001 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

119,440 mi
Last recorded119,440 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 WYG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 119,440 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 112,425 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 104,198 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 100,592 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 97,676 miles

radiator showing signs of leaking water

Pass 8 May 2013 94,683 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 94,683 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 88,447 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 88,443 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Coolant leak

Pass 19 May 2011 79,780 miles

Coolant leak

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

engine revs very hard to control for emissions test only just met

Fail 18 May 2011 79,772 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Coolant leak

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

engine revs very hard to control for emissions test only just met

Pass 26 May 2010 74,836 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 58,689 miles

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

drivers door mirror glass cracked

Pass 2 May 2008 55,335 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 55,335 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2007 51,840 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 23 May 2006 39,336 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 39,336 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside mirror slight damage

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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RX51 WYG is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RX51 WYG, 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 RX51 WYG registered?

RX51 WYG is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is RX51 WYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 WYG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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