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WX51 ZKV

2001 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

169,341 mi
Last recorded169,341 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 ZKV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 169,341 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 163,660 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 156,689 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 156,689 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both plus high beam working on dip beam setting (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 149,835 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 145,155 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 139,501 miles

nearside balljoint (bottom )

nearside rear spring

Pass 28 Nov 2015 134,168 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 128,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 125,720 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 121,915 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 118,290 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 108,999 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 104,726 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 102,058 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 99,788 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 95,651 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 92,266 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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WX51 ZKV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WX51 ZKV, 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 WX51 ZKV registered?

WX51 ZKV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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