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Y79 HGU

2001 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,546 mi
Last recorded140,546 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY79 HGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2012 140,546 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 131,422 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 11,235 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 119,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 119,001 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 118,630 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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Y79 HGU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y79 HGU, 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 Y79 HGU?

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What year was Y79 HGU registered?

Y79 HGU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y79 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y79 HGU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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