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OY57 SVJ

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,232 mi
Last recorded104,232 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY57 SVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 104,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under-trays fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2018 98,939 miles

Front brake discs in slight poor condition / lipped

Offside front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter deteriorating

Pass 17 Oct 2017 93,258 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2016 87,512 miles

both rear tyres have uneven tread wear on inner edges

Fail 16 Nov 2016 87,512 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres have uneven tread wear on inner edges

offside rear upper side light is not working

Pass 17 Nov 2015 81,775 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 10 Nov 2014 73,668 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 61,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 52,446 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 45,587 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES have cracks on wall

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)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 37,456 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2010 36,915 miles

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

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

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

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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OY57 SVJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OY57 SVJ, 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 OY57 SVJ registered?

OY57 SVJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2007.

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