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AJ07 OSX

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

174,596 mi
Last recorded174,596 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ07 OSX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 174,596 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 174,596 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 143,265 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2016 143,265 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 108,341 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 108,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 89,470 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 89,470 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 77,484 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 59,592 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,512 miles

Advise nearside and offside rear tyres tread wearing uneven on (inner edges)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,454 miles

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

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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AJ07 OSX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AJ07 OSX, 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 AJ07 OSX registered?

AJ07 OSX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 May 2007.

Is AJ07 OSX safe to buy?

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