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FH56 VMV

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

280,988 mi
Last recorded280,988 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 VMV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 280,988 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 280,986 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 277,239 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 272,975 miles

undertrays fitted

wheel trims fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2018 272,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

wheel trims fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 267,974 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front Tyre's have wear to both edge's

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs inner faces (3.5.1i)

oil leak

smoke from exhaust

spare Tyre is soft

undertray's fitted obscuring some components

both edges on both rear Tyre's are smooth

Fail 7 Sep 2017 267,974 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front Tyre's have wear to both edge's

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs inner faces (3.5.1i)

oil leak

smoke from exhaust

spare Tyre is soft

undertray's fitted obscuring some components

both edges on both rear Tyre's are smooth

Pass 15 Sep 2016 264,226 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nsf drop link (2.4.G.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin osf (3.5.1g)

Oil leak engine ()

advise both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Sep 2015 240,850 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 212,468 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 178,838 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 178,829 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 141,119 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 116,745 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 116,589 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 66,666 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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FH56 VMV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FH56 VMV, 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 FH56 VMV registered?

FH56 VMV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 January 2007.

Is FH56 VMV safe to buy?

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