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GD07 MLY

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,755 mi
Last recorded164,755 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD07 MLY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 164,755 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 164,755 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)

oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2015 152,071 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 136,082 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 121,009 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 121,009 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 113,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 99,247 miles

Oil leak

both rear shock absorber dust boots deteriorated

Pass 4 Aug 2010 74,822 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both front tyres worn close to legal limit 2mm

front brake pads worn low

oil leak on engine

rear brake pads worn low

Fail 4 Aug 2010 74,822 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both front tyres worn close to legal limit 2mm

front brake pads worn low

oil leak on engine

rear brake pads worn low

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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GD07 MLY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc 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 GD07 MLY, 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 GD07 MLY registered?

GD07 MLY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 August 2007.

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