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FT07 BKX

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

133,053 mi
Last recorded133,053 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT07 BKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 133,053 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

rear subframe corroded but not seriously weekend

Fail 4 Jun 2024 133,053 miles

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

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear subframe corroded but not seriously weekend

Pass 26 Jun 2023 126,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2023 126,658 miles

Central Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Front Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2016 123,843 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 117,895 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 110,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 111,677 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 111,677 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 107,784 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 107,784 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 107,288 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

traction control light is illuminating a malfuction

Pass 5 Apr 2012 107,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

traction control light is illuminating a malfuction

Pass 9 Apr 2011 94,410 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 83,832 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 83,832 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FT07 BKX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 FT07 BKX, 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 FT07 BKX registered?

FT07 BKX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 July 2007.

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