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LY56 MRU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

133,319 mi
Last recorded133,319 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 MRU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 133,319 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2026 133,319 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 29 May 2026 133,311 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2025 119,358 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 119,358 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 111,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Undertray fitted

Fail 27 Mar 2024 111,054 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Undertray fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2023 106,989 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 106,976 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 100,575 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 98,321 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 96,593 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 93,096 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 89,239 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 80,080 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 69,547 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 58,838 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 49,134 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 41,520 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 33,062 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 25,456 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 18,961 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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LY56 MRU 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 77.3%.

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 LY56 MRU, 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 LY56 MRU registered?

LY56 MRU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is LY56 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY56 MRU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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