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X899 AEU

2000 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,739 mi
Last recorded129,739 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX899 AEU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 129,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 128,559 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 125,107 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 119,056 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 113,941 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 109,937 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 106,163 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 102,697 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 99,870 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 97,769 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

handbrake lever travel

n/s/r tyre, uneven wear

Pass 12 Oct 2006 95,805 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 95,792 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

lowering springs fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2005 93,961 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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X899 AEU is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 X899 AEU, 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

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What year was X899 AEU registered?

X899 AEU is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is X899 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X899 AEU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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