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Y995 RBK

2001 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

177,694 mi
Last recorded177,694 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Skoda Octavia105,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY995 RBK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 177,694 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 174,466 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 170,265 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 167,009 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 161,712 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 158,197 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 153,142 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 147,458 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 141,683 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 137,169 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 131,029 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 125,181 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 120,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2011 120,466 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 113,297 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 105,373 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 105,373 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 98,067 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 98,067 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 97,303 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 97,303 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 83,770 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 83,770 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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Y995 RBK is a 2001 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Y995 RBK, 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 Y995 RBK registered?

Y995 RBK is a 2001 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y995 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y995 RBK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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