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AJ57 YCG

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

117,193 mi
Last recorded117,193 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 YCG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 117,193 miles

both rear shockabsorber bump stops worn

engine cover fitted & under tray

Fail 30 Nov 2017 117,193 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both rear shockabsorber bump stops worn

engine cover fitted & under tray

Pass 5 Dec 2016 110,414 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing close to wear indicators

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear shockabsorber bump stops worn

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2016 110,414 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing close to wear indicators

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear shockabsorber bump stops worn

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2015 101,640 miles

both rear shockasborber bump stops worn

under tray & engine cover fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2014 91,632 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear & offside rear shockaborber bumpstops worn

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Dec 2014 91,632 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear & offside rear shockaborber bumpstops worn

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 19 Dec 2013 82,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear & offside rear shockaborber bump stops worn

Pass 19 Dec 2013 82,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear & offside rear shockaborber bump stops worn

Pass 20 Dec 2012 73,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 62,735 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

under tray fitted obsecure view

Pass 13 Dec 2010 47,753 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 47,751 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 YCG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AJ57 YCG, 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 YCG registered?

AJ57 YCG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 December 2007.

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