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DF17 HCL

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,005 mi
Last recorded103,005 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF17 HCL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 103,005 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 95,195 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush bonding failing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever action very stiff and notchy.

Pass 2 Jul 2024 86,149 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 86,149 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 76,530 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 66,133 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 53,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 42,973 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 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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DF17 HCL is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DF17 HCL, 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 DF17 HCL registered?

DF17 HCL is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is DF17 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF17 HCL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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