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KM57 VEP

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

175,884 mi
Last recorded175,884 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 VEP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 175,884 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2025 163,101 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 149,662 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 136,479 miles

Rear heat shield insecure

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 136,479 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour front and rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear heat shield insecure

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 123,673 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured bulbs need renewing shortly (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front pads over 50%worn discs badly scored and pitted

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

floors and suspension arms rusting

plastic covers over floors and engine

Pass 15 Oct 2021 111,097 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 99,758 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 99,758 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 98,734 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 92,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Towbar component slightly damaged (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 92,292 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On INNER Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Towbar component slightly damaged (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 84,290 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,724 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 69,751 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 64,261 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 57,192 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 50,951 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 45,001 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 28 Aug 2012 45,001 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,815 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,486 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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KM57 VEP is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KM57 VEP, 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 KM57 VEP registered?

KM57 VEP is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is KM57 VEP safe to buy?

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