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W487 SFP

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,078 mi
Last recorded102,078 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 SFP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 102,078 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 95,566 miles

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

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

n/s & o/s front antirollbar (d) bushes to chassis knocking

Pass 8 Mar 2013 88,575 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 86,744 miles

Nearside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 79,664 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 69,535 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 53,063 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 53,063 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 41,663 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 41,663 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2007 37,672 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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W487 SFP is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W487 SFP, 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 W487 SFP registered?

W487 SFP is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W487 SFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W487 SFP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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