CarVerify

Free Car Check

BL56 CYF

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

113,915 mi
Last recorded113,915 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL56 CYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 113,915 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 113,912 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

lower engine shield loose

Pass 22 Apr 2025 109,692 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 103,273 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 103,270 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 97,985 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 97,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 93,693 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 86,259 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 78,034 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 78,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2018 71,703 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 71,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 69,170 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 66,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracks in sidewalls and treads

Re-test carried out by C Powell

Fail 17 Oct 2016 66,648 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracks in sidewalls and treads

Pass 19 Jan 2016 61,498 miles

195/65/15

Fail 19 Jan 2016 61,498 miles

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

195/65/15

Pass 7 Jan 2015 54,490 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 48,188 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2014 48,187 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 41,187 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 41,187 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 31,711 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 22,520 miles

nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 17,332 miles

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BL56 CYF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 BL56 CYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BL56 CYF?

You can check the full history of BL56 CYF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BL56 CYF registered?

BL56 CYF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is BL56 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL56 CYF shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL56 CYF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BL56 CYF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.