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SY51 AFK

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,874 mi
Last recorded168,874 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2008
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 AFK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2008 168,874 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 158,748 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 124,010 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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SY51 AFK is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SY51 AFK, 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 SY51 AFK?

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What year was SY51 AFK registered?

SY51 AFK is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is SY51 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 AFK shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY51 AFK have outstanding finance?

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