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BD07 VWY

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

168,751 mi
Last recorded168,751 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD07 VWY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 168,751 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 149,953 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 133,503 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 118,977 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 104,190 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

child seat fitted to n/s/f seat not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Fail 12 Jul 2014 104,189 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

child seat fitted to n/s/f seat not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 8 Jul 2013 86,552 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 71,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil level low at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2011 61,184 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 53,135 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 53,135 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 VWY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD07 VWY, 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 BD07 VWY registered?

BD07 VWY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 July 2007.

Is BD07 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD07 VWY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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