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BL57 XBK

2007 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

314,752 mi
Last recorded314,752 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 XBK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 314,752 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 314,575 miles

Brake performance not tested not tested due to brake caliper likley to become detached nsf (1.2.1 (g))

Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges dragging and interfering with steering operation (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted caliper carrier bolts not manufactures specification DANGEROUS DEFECT (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modification unsafe No locking device , or lock nut fitted. (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached securing bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2018 300,186 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 287,842 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 287,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 275,764 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 260,098 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 260,083 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2016 238,972 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides leading bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 232,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 209,711 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 195,084 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 195,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2014 179,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R caliper has slight restricted movement(slight brake bind)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 165,558 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 151,050 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 137,744 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 137,734 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 124,425 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 124,371 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 109,579 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 80,791 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 65,621 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 50,566 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 23,941 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
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BL57 XBK is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 BL57 XBK, 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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BL57 XBK is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 December 2007.

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