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HJ07 RYG

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

252,209 mi
Last recorded252,209 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ07 RYG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 252,209 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 206,020 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 205,475 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2017 168,502 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 167,779 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 133,000 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 89,387 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 89,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyre inner edges worn!

Pass 17 Mar 2014 77,518 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 65,386 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 54,761 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 42,745 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 33,668 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 33,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HJ07 RYG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HJ07 RYG, 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 HJ07 RYG registered?

HJ07 RYG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2007.

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