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Y257 UOO

2001 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

226,017 mi
Last recorded226,017 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 UOO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 226,017 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 219,438 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 219,433 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 May 2016 212,254 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 211,066 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 192,102 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Apr 2013 179,802 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 165,071 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 150,215 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 132,410 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 114,751 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 108,302 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 99,002 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 91,132 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 78,373 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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Y257 UOO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y257 UOO, 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 Y257 UOO registered?

Y257 UOO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y257 UOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 UOO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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