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PJ56 SJX

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,178 mi
Last recorded138,178 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 SJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 138,178 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 124,746 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 109,709 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 99,125 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 99,125 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 87,089 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)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 87,089 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 71,168 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 71,168 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,542 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 60,542 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 50,992 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 44,099 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 34,457 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 34,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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PJ56 SJX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PJ56 SJX, 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 PJ56 SJX registered?

PJ56 SJX is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 January 2007.

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The MOT history for PJ56 SJX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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