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WU51 XBV

2001 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,087 mi
Last recorded176,087 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 XBV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 176,087 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 170,749 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 170,691 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 161,649 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 158,221 miles

All tyres weathered,slight cracks.rear shockers weak.

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 151,144 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 144,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 136,885 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 136,885 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 127,521 miles

edge wear on o/s rear tyre

Fail 5 Jan 2010 127,521 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

edge wear on o/s rear tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2009 116,280 miles

inner edge wear on n/s rear tyre

Pass 11 Jan 2008 105,205 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 91,430 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 71,693 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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WU51 XBV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU51 XBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU51 XBV registered?

WU51 XBV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is WU51 XBV safe to buy?

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