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Y898 HKU

2001 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,644 mi
Last recorded124,644 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY898 HKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 124,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear bump stops showing signs of age

both rear tyres wearing on edge

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coolant on min

drivers door intermitantly does not unlock, but once unlocked does open from inside and out.

front brake imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

front discs lipped

gear shift selector is stiff

rad leaking on n/s

rear service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

service light on

tow bar fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2013 124,335 miles

Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear bump stops showing signs of age

both rear tyres wearing on edge

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coolant on min

drivers door intermitantly does not unlock, but once unlocked does open from inside and out.

front discs lipped

gear shift selector is stiff

o/s/f inner arch/ under tray damaged and lose

oil level on min

rad leaking on n/s

service light on

tow bar fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2012 105,386 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 73,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 57,571 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 54,677 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 49,964 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 45,544 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 38,435 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

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Y898 HKU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y898 HKU, 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 Y898 HKU registered?

Y898 HKU is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y898 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y898 HKU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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