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DG17 VYT

2017 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,960 mi
Last recorded60,960 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG17 VYT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 60,960 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm badly worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm worn close to cords on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 51,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also tread wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also tread wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 41,999 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Jan 2024 41,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,467 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 23,442 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2021 14,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 8,069 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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DG17 VYT is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG17 VYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG17 VYT registered?

DG17 VYT is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 March 2017.

Is DG17 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG17 VYT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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