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AF57 VHL

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

245,625 mi
Last recorded245,625 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 VHL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 245,625 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 245,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 226,937 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 208,405 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 186,261 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 165,297 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 143,171 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Aug 2011 121,815 miles

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

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

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

brake wear light staying on

Fail 23 Aug 2010 96,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 96,515 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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AF57 VHL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AF57 VHL, 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.

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What year was AF57 VHL registered?

AF57 VHL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is AF57 VHL safe to buy?

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