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FM56 YJV

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

262,452 mi
Last recorded262,452 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM56 YJV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 262,452 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 262,452 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2018 262,219 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 244,527 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 244,527 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FM56 YJV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 FM56 YJV, 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 FM56 YJV registered?

FM56 YJV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is FM56 YJV safe to buy?

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