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Y988 FEV

2001 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,779 mi
Last recorded122,779 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY988 FEV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 122,779 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 115,814 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 115,814 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 107,917 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 107,917 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 98,348 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 88,315 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 88,315 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 79,051 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 79,051 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 70,024 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 61,544 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 61,544 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 52,984 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007
Pass 2 Mar 2006 37,180 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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Y988 FEV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 Y988 FEV, 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 Y988 FEV?

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What year was Y988 FEV registered?

Y988 FEV is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 March 2001.

Is Y988 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y988 FEV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y988 FEV have outstanding finance?

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