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W163 WRW

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

241,223 mi
Last recorded241,223 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW163 WRW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 241,223 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wing slightly corroded

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 238,095 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 232,913 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2023 227,032 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front sill covered with underseal

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2022 221,540 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2022 221,540 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 215,434 miles

Nearside Front slight corrosion

Pass 10 Sep 2020 211,644 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 211,644 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high wont adjust? (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 204,910 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 197,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing noisy

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 May 2017 188,935 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 177,396 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 170,728 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 170,728 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 165,351 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 161,412 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 156,743 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 150,993 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 144,737 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 135,186 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 126,752 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 115,805 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 96,644 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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W163 WRW is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W163 WRW, 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 W163 WRW registered?

W163 WRW is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W163 WRW safe to buy?

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