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X262 XFC

2001 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

155,858 mi
Last recorded155,858 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX262 XFC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 155,858 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 151,210 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 146,452 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 139,948 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 136,197 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 128,822 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 127,547 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2008 111,392 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

both front wish bone bushes worn

Pass 30 Jan 2007 102,339 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 102,339 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 91,004 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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X262 XFC is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X262 XFC, 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 X262 XFC registered?

X262 XFC is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X262 XFC safe to buy?

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