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Y707 JRO

2001 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

82,975 mi
Last recorded82,975 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY707 JRO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 82,975 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 82,954 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 80,437 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 77,323 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 74,366 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2020 72,300 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 69,668 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 65,293 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 60,854 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 55,629 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 55,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,601 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 51,601 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 46,405 miles

Service light on.

Pass 14 Mar 2013 40,981 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 34,974 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 28,665 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 27,246 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 26,644 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 25,820 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 25,086 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 23,039 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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Y707 JRO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y707 JRO, 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 Y707 JRO registered?

Y707 JRO is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y707 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y707 JRO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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