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VX10 FWH

2010 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

262,678 mi
Last recorded262,678 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX10 FWH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2026 262,678 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 255,675 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 255,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 233,218 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 205,068 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 192,695 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 181,988 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 181,988 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative switch seized/broken (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 162,859 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 162,810 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 147,985 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 135,219 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 129,531 miles

side trays

under trays engine covers

Fail 22 Apr 2016 129,531 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

side trays

under trays engine covers

Pass 24 Apr 2015 111,483 miles

Offside & nearside tyres worn on inner edges.

Fail 5 Jun 2014 99,421 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 99,421 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 75,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VX10 FWH is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 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 VX10 FWH, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX10 FWH registered?

VX10 FWH is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 June 2010.

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