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GK57 SZE

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

247,285 mi
Last recorded247,285 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 SZE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 247,285 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 244,917 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 244,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 243,520 miles

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

corrosion on and around floor chassis and suspension components

Pass 7 Aug 2019 242,429 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Osf (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Handbrake just met requirements

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nsf osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nsr osr all rear suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 240,102 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on and around floor and chassis

Pass 7 Aug 2017 237,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge and has nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 237,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge and has nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 122,313 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 93,690 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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GK57 SZE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GK57 SZE, 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 GK57 SZE registered?

GK57 SZE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2007.

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