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V981 UJO

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,307 mi
Last recorded143,307 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV981 UJO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 143,307 miles

all tyres worn low

Pass 11 Aug 2012 138,519 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 132,630 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 128,182 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 125,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 121,871 miles

both front anti-roll bar d bushes worn to excess

both rear coil springs rusty

Fail 18 Jul 2008 121,871 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front anti-roll bar d bushes worn to excess

both rear coil springs rusty

engine management light on

vehicle edmits blue smoke

Pass 20 Jul 2007 108,684 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 95,164 miles

Front number plate in poor condition

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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V981 UJO is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 102,750 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 V981 UJO, 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 26 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V981 UJO registered?

V981 UJO is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 January 2000.

Is V981 UJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V981 UJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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