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PX07 PLZ

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

225,354 mi
Last recorded225,354 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX07 PLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 225,354 miles

body damaged

Fail 30 Nov 2015 225,354 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

body damaged

osr tyre close to limits and nail in tread

Pass 12 Dec 2014 211,536 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 211,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 188,045 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Aug 2012 154,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

both nearside and offside rear shockabsorber ram covers adrift

staining around fuel tank

Pass 21 Aug 2012 154,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

both nearside and offside rear shockabsorber ram covers adrift

staining around fuel tank

Pass 18 Aug 2011 98,827 miles

Front and rear brake discs worn/corroded

Part centre brake brake light not working

Fail 21 Mar 2011 96,225 miles

Both front brake discs showing signs of wear.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/R and N/S/R bump stop/shrouds become detatched.

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 96,225 miles

Both front brake discs showing signs of wear.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

O/S/R and N/S/R bump stop/shrouds become detatched.

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 71,853 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 71,853 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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PX07 PLZ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PX07 PLZ, 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 PX07 PLZ registered?

PX07 PLZ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 March 2007.

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