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GL57 JXV

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

244,798 mi
Last recorded244,798 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 JXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 244,798 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 244,393 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 244,391 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 190,266 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 190,266 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 172,270 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 135,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 123,124 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 108,544 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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GL57 JXV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GL57 JXV, 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 GL57 JXV registered?

GL57 JXV is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2007.

Is GL57 JXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 JXV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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