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EX17 XLF

2017 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

198,279 mi
Last recorded198,279 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX17 XLF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 198,279 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 189,918 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 186,222 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 183,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 183,040 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 167,656 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 154,073 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 140,718 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 132,255 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 116,942 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 97,246 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 77,720 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 54,775 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 35,812 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 48 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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EX17 XLF is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EX17 XLF, 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

How do I check the history of EX17 XLF?

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What year was EX17 XLF registered?

EX17 XLF is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 March 2017.

Is EX17 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX17 XLF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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