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OY57 VKL

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,459 mi
Last recorded121,459 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY57 VKL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 121,459 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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 13 Sep 2016 111,586 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 111,586 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 101,182 miles

Slight noise from off side front wheel bearing.

Fail 16 Sep 2015 101,182 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Slight noise from off side front wheel bearing.

Pass 23 Sep 2014 90,021 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 74,721 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 60,129 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 60,129 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 43,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2010 31,875 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VKL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VKL, 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 VKL registered?

OY57 VKL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is OY57 VKL safe to buy?

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