MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
284,659 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?
Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.
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Y283 HWE is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 Y283 HWE, 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 Y283 HWE registered?
Y283 HWE is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2001.
Is Y283 HWE safe to buy?
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