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ML05 RTL

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

213,798 mi
Last recorded213,798 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 RTL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 213,798 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 209,414 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 197,171 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 186,780 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 173,742 miles

Offside Rear tyre stepping on inside edge

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 173,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear tyre stepping on inside edge

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 165,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 165,819 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 159,481 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 150,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight play in nearside rack end

Pass 30 Nov 2013 132,696 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2012 110,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2011 88,764 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 70,938 miles

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

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

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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ML05 RTL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ML05 RTL, 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 ML05 RTL registered?

ML05 RTL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is ML05 RTL safe to buy?

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