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FV17 ZCN

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,335 mi
Last recorded98,335 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 ZCN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 98,335 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 98,334 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 80,448 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 63,249 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 50,525 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 35,558 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 30,903 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 27,339 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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FV17 ZCN is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 FV17 ZCN, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV17 ZCN?

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What year was FV17 ZCN registered?

FV17 ZCN is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is FV17 ZCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV17 ZCN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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