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DA17 WSU

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,274 mi
Last recorded76,274 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA17 WSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 76,274 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 76,274 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 69,909 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside undertray damaged been grounded but still secure

Fail 3 Jun 2025 69,909 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside undertray damaged been grounded but still secure

Pass 29 May 2024 62,408 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2024 62,408 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2023 53,979 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front tyre middle tread getting low & inner edge slightly worn

Offside Front tyre tread in middle getting low & inner edge slightly worn

Fail 23 May 2023 53,979 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front tyre middle tread getting low & inner edge slightly worn

Offside Front tyre tread in middle getting low & inner edge slightly worn

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 46,163 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is perishing

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear tyre is perishing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread just acceptable (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 40,971 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread is starting to perish

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear tyre tread is starting to perish

Pass 18 Jun 2020 33,893 miles

Rear number plate starting to deteriate

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2020

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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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DA17 WSU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 DA17 WSU, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DA17 WSU registered?

DA17 WSU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 June 2017.

Is DA17 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA17 WSU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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