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W489 RTD

2000 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

180,664 mi
Last recorded180,664 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 RTD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 180,664 miles

headlamps in poor condition

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 15 Aug 2012 172,030 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 3 Aug 2011 163,344 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 154,608 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 145,213 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 136,579 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 127,172 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 108,519 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 85,505 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Sep 2005 85,505 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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W489 RTD is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W489 RTD, 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 W489 RTD registered?

W489 RTD is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is W489 RTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 RTD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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