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W289 DJN

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,887 mi
Last recorded108,887 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW289 DJN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 108,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 108,887 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 102,776 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 96,655 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s front wiper blade rubber split

Pass 7 Jan 2013 92,690 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 87,221 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 80,615 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 73,991 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 66,772 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 60,228 miles

slight front brake inbalance in favour of the n/s 234kg o/s 215kg

Pass 5 Feb 2007 54,144 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 48,203 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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W289 DJN is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 W289 DJN, 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 W289 DJN registered?

W289 DJN is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is W289 DJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W289 DJN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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