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SW13 FWZ

2013 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,441 mi
Last recorded56,441 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Skoda Octavia80,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 FWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 56,441 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly pitted, worn, scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake slightly lagging in operation

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Dec 2024 52,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted, scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 52,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted, scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt PRS (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 50,044 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 46,653 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 43,184 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 38,785 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes have slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 38,785 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes have slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,413 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 28,933 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 22,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 16,316 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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SW13 FWZ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW13 FWZ, 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 SW13 FWZ registered?

SW13 FWZ is a 2013 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is SW13 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 FWZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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