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BD07 FSL

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,080 mi
Last recorded159,080 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD07 FSL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 159,080 miles

all four tyres worn on edges

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 159,054 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack needs replacing (2.3.3b)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings inner tie rod (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings inner tie rod (2.2.B.1h)

all four tyres worn on edges

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 158,905 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) both rack arms (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 143,525 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 143,376 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 130,592 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 110,112 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 110,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack arm (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 98,058 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 98,048 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 98,026 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 98,025 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 76,287 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 76,280 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

o/s/f chassis split and damaged out of prescribed area

upper stop light not working

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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BD07 FSL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BD07 FSL, 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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BD07 FSL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 May 2007.

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