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OU57 XAR

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,090 mi
Last recorded99,090 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU57 XAR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 99,090 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 76,879 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear suspension bushes cracking slightly (No Play)

Pass 20 Aug 2019 74,370 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nearside Rear Bump Stop Perished

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension Bushes Cracking Slightly (No Play)

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 70,410 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 70,409 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre Worn Badly On Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 66,613 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 62,975 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 62,975 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 58,549 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 56,075 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 47,707 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

slight wear in front discs

Pass 13 Aug 2012 44,191 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2011 41,079 miles

Front brake discs Pitted

Pass 9 Aug 2010 36,527 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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OU57 XAR is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc 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 OU57 XAR, 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 OU57 XAR registered?

OU57 XAR is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is OU57 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU57 XAR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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