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W251 FBW

2000 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,966 mi
Last recorded46,966 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW251 FBW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 46,966 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 46,966 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2014 41,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 38,963 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 36,926 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 36,926 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 35,899 miles

baby seat in back of car but not secured to a seat

Pass 7 Mar 2009 34,709 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 33,039 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 31,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 29,190 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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W251 FBW is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W251 FBW, 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 W251 FBW registered?

W251 FBW is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W251 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W251 FBW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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