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AF57 YUV

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

210,740 mi
Last recorded210,740 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 YUV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 210,740 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 210,740 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 199,708 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 190,394 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 168,208 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 150,713 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 138,938 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 127,993 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 110,728 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 109,294 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 101,034 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 90,907 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 80,958 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 72,532 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 58,446 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 48,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 48,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Oct 2010 32,272 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 YUV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YUV, 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

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What year was AF57 YUV registered?

AF57 YUV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is AF57 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 YUV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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