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SF51 TLJ

2001 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

281,745 mi
Last recorded281,745 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 TLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2010 281,745 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 281,745 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 172,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 166,382 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 166,367 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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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SF51 TLJ is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SF51 TLJ, 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

How do I check the history of SF51 TLJ?

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What year was SF51 TLJ registered?

SF51 TLJ is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is SF51 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 TLJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF51 TLJ have outstanding finance?

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