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AJ57 XSU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

138,106 mi
Last recorded138,106 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 XSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 138,106 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 138,106 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 136,404 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 129,072 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 129,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2017 121,627 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 114,472 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 107,675 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 99,207 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 82,108 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 66,780 miles

ADV ENGINE OIL LEAKS /

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

Fail 10 Jan 2012 66,780 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

ADV ENGINE OIL LEAKS /

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 54,932 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 51,020 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 47,065 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 32,772 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,831 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 26,303 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 26,303 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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AJ57 XSU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AJ57 XSU, 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 AJ57 XSU registered?

AJ57 XSU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 December 2007.

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