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SKODA OCTAVIA CLASSIC SDI2001 · 1.9L DIESEL

HCZ 8985

Vehicle Insight Summary

SKODA OCTAVIA CLASSIC SDI (2001, DIESEL, 1896cc) — mileage recorded at 130,464. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 30/09/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/10/2026
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2001
Engine
1896cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 130,464 miles passed with no defects recorded, following an anomalous failure just six days prior in September 2025 at 130,437 miles. While the record shows no specific defects for that failure, it suggests an administrative error or a minor issue was rectified immediately before the subsequent pass. The overall trend indicates a vehicle that meets minimum regulatory standards. At twenty-five years old, the recorded mileage of 130,464 miles is remarkably low, averaging only approximately 5,219 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with the car covering roughly between 4,000 and 5,000 miles between each annual test from 2022 to 2025. This low-frequency usage profile often implies less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, though it also increases the risk of material degradation in rubber-based parts and fluid seals due to long periods of relative inactivity. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, particularly the rear subframe and sills, where Octavias of this era are prone to corrosion. Given the low annual mileage, check the suspension system for perished bushes and cracked rubber boots, as these components age with time regardless of distance. The MOT history is clean of mechanical failures like binding calipers or worn brakes, but a manual check of the braking system is necessary to ensure nothing has seized from infrequent use.

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Free vehicle health score

85
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 5, 2026, 12:12 AM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2001 Skoda Octavia Classic Sdi (HCZ 8985) has a recorded MOT history spanning from July 2022 to October 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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