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FT07 PHF

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

124,421 mi
Last recorded124,421 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT07 PHF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 124,421 miles

Nearside rear light lens damaged but not showing white light to rear

Fail 26 Jul 2023 124,346 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside rear light lens damaged but not showing white light to rear

Pass 17 Aug 2022 102,888 miles

Fuel cap seal perished but maintaining a seal.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone B. (3.2 (a) (i))

Wipers smearing screen slightly.

Pass 11 Aug 2021 100,802 miles

Drivers seatbelt retracting ability is affected by a poorly fitted B pillar trim which interferes with the smooth movement of the belt webbing.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 100,794 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Friction material not bonded to backing, and is moving. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Drivers seatbelt retracting ability is affected by a poorly fitted B pillar trim which interferes with the smooth movement of the belt webbing.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Bonnet safety catch is seized.

Pass 18 Aug 2020 98,274 miles

Bonnet safety catch very stiff.

Fuel door secured with adhesive tape.

Nearside wiper smearing screen slightly.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front lower arms, rear bushes. Centre pins moving slightly within hole. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 94,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also unevenly worn across tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 88,560 miles

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

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 7 Mar 2018 88,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 88,000 miles

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

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Engine management light on.

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear belts not tested. Seats down, luggage.

Pass 8 Mar 2017 77,615 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,518 miles

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

slight wear to both front inner tyre edges

Pass 16 Jul 2014 66,329 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 57,073 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 50,104 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 42,094 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 42,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 33,647 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 33,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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 PHF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PHF, 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 PHF registered?

FT07 PHF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 August 2007.

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