CarVerify

Free Car Check

W288 DWT

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

167,595 mi
Last recorded167,595 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW288 DWT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 167,595 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 159,017 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 150,300 miles

front tyres worn to excess

Pass 28 Apr 2014 142,388 miles

rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 7 May 2013 131,379 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 121,426 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 10 May 2012 121,426 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 109,296 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 109,296 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 99,316 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 99,316 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 May 2009 89,569 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 89,569 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 80,347 miles

slight movement in inner front wishbone bushes rear .

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 11 May 2007 69,400 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 57,655 miles
Pass 16 May 2005 48,718 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W288 DWT is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W288 DWT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W288 DWT?

You can check the full history of W288 DWT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W288 DWT registered?

W288 DWT is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is W288 DWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W288 DWT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W288 DWT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W288 DWT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.