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WA51 SZZ

2001 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

134,834 mi
Last recorded134,834 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 SZZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 134,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 134,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 123,885 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 114,457 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 106,091 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 104,651 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 82,704 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 76,145 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 70,271 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 63,710 miles

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

engine management light staying on

offside front seatbelt clip starting to deteriorate

slight play in offside front anti roll bar mounting

Pass 26 Sep 2011 63,710 miles

engine management light staying on

offside front seatbelt clip starting to deteriorate

slight play in offside front anti roll bar mounting

Pass 4 Oct 2010 58,194 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 58,194 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 50,872 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 45,531 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 40,634 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 32,789 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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WA51 SZZ is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 105,044 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 WA51 SZZ, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA51 SZZ registered?

WA51 SZZ is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 October 2001.

Is WA51 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 SZZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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