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KV56 KMU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

117,569 mi
Last recorded117,569 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 KMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 117,569 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front and rear suspension bushes deteriorated

general underside corrosion including suspension components

o/s/f brake disc back plate missing

power steering warning light illuminated

Fail 19 Nov 2025 117,569 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front and rear suspension bushes deteriorated

general underside corrosion including suspension components

o/s/f brake disc back plate missing

power steering warning light illuminated

Pass 27 Nov 2024 111,832 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides badly corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

central exhaust connector corroded and in poor condition

o/s/f brake disc back plate missing

underside suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2023 107,731 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 104,228 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 99,238 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 95,985 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 92,214 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 92,188 miles

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working mirror unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding suspect over adjusted parking break (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 82,568 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 82,568 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 74,784 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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)

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2016 68,746 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on 3mm

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 60,944 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 53,568 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 45,633 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 40,133 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 32,192 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 23,201 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 18,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 18,372 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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KV56 KMU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc 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 KV56 KMU, 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 KV56 KMU registered?

KV56 KMU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 January 2007.

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