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FX57 GCO

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

147,999 mi
Last recorded147,999 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 GCO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 147,999 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 146,778 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

underside and suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Feb 2023 144,573 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 139,487 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 133,897 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 109,109 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 98,529 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 87,831 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 79,113 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 69,908 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 59,363 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 49,174 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 42,569 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 42,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

anti skid light on

front brakes out of balance

nearside rear brake binding slightly

runout on nearside and offside front brake discs

wiper hitting a pillar

Pass 12 Aug 2011 40,131 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front inner brake disc slightly scored.

offside front inner brake disc slightly scored.

Pass 20 Aug 2010 24,398 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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FX57 GCO 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 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX57 GCO, 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 FX57 GCO registered?

FX57 GCO is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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