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YR64 XHC

2014 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,473 mi
Last recorded136,473 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR64 XHC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 136,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 136,471 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 21 Mar 2025 126,515 miles

Rear heatshield slightly insecure not likely to fall off

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 21 Mar 2025 126,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear heatshield slightly insecure not likely to fall off

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Apr 2024 119,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 119,261 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 107,853 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 92,969 miles

plastic covers over floors and engine

Pass 16 Apr 2021 81,061 miles

plastic covers over floors and engine

Pass 25 Mar 2020 74,367 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Apr 2019 61,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 90-95% worn advise removal of wheels for better inspection of inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle fitted with under-body covers not allowing full inspection

Fail 20 Apr 2019 61,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 90-95% worn advise removal of wheels for better inspection of inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

vehicle fitted with under-body covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Apr 2018 44,824 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 40,544 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 40,543 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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YR64 XHC is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 76,780 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 YR64 XHC, 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 12 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YR64 XHC registered?

YR64 XHC is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2014.

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