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EX57 FZJ

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

152,259 mi
Last recorded152,259 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX57 FZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 152,259 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 152,241 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 141,497 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 141,497 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 128,603 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 118,781 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 109,842 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 96,756 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

plastic under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Aug 2017 83,055 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 71,032 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 59,831 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2014 48,368 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 35,862 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 24,495 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 18,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 13,840 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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EX57 FZJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 EX57 FZJ, 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 EX57 FZJ registered?

EX57 FZJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is EX57 FZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX57 FZJ shows 16 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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