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W358 KJL

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,980 mi
Last recorded139,980 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW358 KJL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 139,980 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

light bind noted on both of the rear brakes, advise fixing

Fail 28 Oct 2017 139,980 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

light bind noted on both of the rear brakes, advise fixing

Pass 2 Nov 2016 137,122 miles

Nearside rear brake slight binding

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 137,122 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside rear brake slight binding

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 133,582 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 133,582 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 51,876 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,857 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2009 49,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 47,849 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 44,403 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 40,445 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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W358 KJL is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W358 KJL, 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 W358 KJL registered?

W358 KJL is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W358 KJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W358 KJL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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