CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y161 TUD

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,226 mi
Last recorded146,226 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY161 TUD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 146,226 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 142,737 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 136,235 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 132,301 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 128,226 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 124,003 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 115,271 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 108,550 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 99,701 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipes on o/s and n/s rear axle arms protected by undersealed so unable to assess condition

Fail 26 May 2017 99,701 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pipes on o/s and n/s rear axle arms protected by undersealed so unable to assess condition

Pass 27 Jun 2016 92,668 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 87,739 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 83,290 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 77,384 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 70,817 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 62,808 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 56,571 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 56,571 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 49,947 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 43,291 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 36,711 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 29,054 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y161 TUD is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 Y161 TUD, 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

How do I check the history of Y161 TUD?

You can check the full history of Y161 TUD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y161 TUD registered?

Y161 TUD is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 July 2001.

Is Y161 TUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y161 TUD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y161 TUD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y161 TUD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.