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DY07 FFB

2007 Skoda Octavia

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

129,783 mi
Last recorded129,783 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY07 FFB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 129,783 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 126,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 126,235 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 122,559 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 122,559 miles

Nearside Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 117,420 miles

Nearside Hand brake cable outer sleeve worn

Fail 31 Jan 2023 117,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Hand brake cable outer sleeve worn

Pass 27 Jan 2022 111,190 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 103,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 103,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 98,118 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 94,397 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 81,237 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 81,237 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 64,540 miles

Rear indicator bulbs fading

console bushs starting to split

Pass 9 Feb 2016 49,810 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 45,713 miles

rear tyres cracked on inner edges

Fail 23 Feb 2015 45,703 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear tyres cracked on inner edges

Pass 26 Feb 2014 41,269 miles

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

Rear brake aplication uneven but not excessive

Fail 26 Feb 2014 41,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Rear brake aplication uneven but not excessive

Pass 21 Feb 2013 37,365 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 32,532 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,644 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,881 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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DY07 FFB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 DY07 FFB, 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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What year was DY07 FFB registered?

DY07 FFB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2007.

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