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SB13 DHJ

2013 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

189,437 mi
Last recorded189,437 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB13 DHJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 189,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 172,081 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 154,691 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted

Fail 20 Nov 2023 154,691 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Lower under tray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2022 128,615 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 94,749 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 64,350 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 64,045 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 64,045 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 58,940 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 52,466 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 46,093 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 37,211 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 28,587 miles

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

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

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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SB13 DHJ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 80,604 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 SB13 DHJ, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SB13 DHJ registered?

SB13 DHJ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is SB13 DHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB13 DHJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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