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X473 VYJ

2000 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

206,824 mi
Last recorded206,824 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX473 VYJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2012 206,824 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 193,040 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 185,224 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 178,630 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 173,441 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 169,987 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 163,865 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 138,828 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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X473 VYJ is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X473 VYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X473 VYJ?

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What year was X473 VYJ registered?

X473 VYJ is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 December 2000.

Is X473 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X473 VYJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X473 VYJ have outstanding finance?

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