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VE14 XOJ

2014 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

248,024 mi
Last recorded248,024 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE14 XOJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 248,024 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 236,182 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 214,205 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 214,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 178,078 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 146,404 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 116,782 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 72,910 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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VE14 XOJ is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 76,780 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 VE14 XOJ, 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 12 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE14 XOJ registered?

VE14 XOJ is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 July 2014.

Is VE14 XOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE14 XOJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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