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FP07 GWJ

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

188,097 mi
Last recorded188,097 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 GWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 188,097 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished and slight damage to sidewall

Fail 30 Aug 2017 188,097 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear tyre perished and slight damage to sidewall

Pass 18 Jul 2016 146,682 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cut but not showing cords

Fail 18 Jul 2016 146,682 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear tyre cut but not showing cords

Pass 22 Jul 2015 107,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2014 75,831 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 10 Jul 2013 67,317 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 58,326 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 58,326 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 47,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FP07 GWJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FP07 GWJ, 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 FP07 GWJ registered?

FP07 GWJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is FP07 GWJ safe to buy?

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