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X998 JBV

2000 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,088 mi
Last recorded40,088 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Skoda Octavia102,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX998 JBV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 40,088 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2017 40,088 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 39,427 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 38,646 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,761 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 37,118 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,107 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 36,107 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 34,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 34,545 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 32,652 miles

nearside rear brake squeal/ slight binding advise clean out rear brakes

Pass 12 Aug 2009 30,168 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 27,289 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,803 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 21,836 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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X998 JBV is a 2000 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 102,750 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 X998 JBV, 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 26 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 X998 JBV registered?

X998 JBV is a 2000 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 September 2000.

Is X998 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X998 JBV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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