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Y396 PDN

2001 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,832 mi
Last recorded131,832 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY396 PDN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 131,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 129,439 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear both and nearside front coil springs corroded.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 124,109 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 118,832 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 118,832 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 107,954 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 99,536 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 92,898 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 81,530 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 68,975 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 68,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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Y396 PDN is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y396 PDN, 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

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What year was Y396 PDN registered?

Y396 PDN is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y396 PDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y396 PDN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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