CarVerify

Free Car Check

AF57 SVW

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,295 mi
Last recorded112,295 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 SVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 112,295 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front and rear brake discs rusty

Fail 24 Feb 2026 112,295 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 30 Jan 2025 107,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front lower floor, the diesel heater is only 50% secured

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 99,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower floor the diesel heater is 50% insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 99,597 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values emission was 5.65 limit is 1.20 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower floor the diesel heater is 50% insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge is bald so unable to determine the tyre life (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 89,060 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 89,060 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 88,289 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 88,289 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 82,068 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 76,412 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 76,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 67,861 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 67,861 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 58,286 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,712 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 38,350 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2010 30,212 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AF57 SVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 101,206 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 AF57 SVW, 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 19 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF57 SVW?

You can check the full history of AF57 SVW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF57 SVW registered?

AF57 SVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 October 2007.

Is AF57 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 SVW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF57 SVW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AF57 SVW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.