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GJ57 BZM

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

73,804 mi
Last recorded73,804 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 BZM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 73,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 69,699 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 64,936 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 62,260 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONTS IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS ON SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 61,690 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 61,128 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 60,300 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 60,300 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 58,659 miles

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 56,567 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 56,502 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 54,160 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 54,157 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 51,423 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 48,313 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 44,937 miles

wiper blades, starting to smear, will require attention soon.

Pass 19 Apr 2013 41,851 miles

n/s/r tyre distorted in tread area

Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,186 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 May 2011 33,890 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 26,830 miles

wipers are slightly smearing.

Fail 23 Aug 2010 26,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

wipers are slightly smearing.

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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GJ57 BZM is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GJ57 BZM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ57 BZM registered?

GJ57 BZM is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 September 2007.

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The MOT history for GJ57 BZM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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