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RF57 SXB

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,021 mi
Last recorded141,021 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 SXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2021 141,021 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 140,412 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Close to excessive (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 140,407 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 1.20 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Close to excessive (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 137,974 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 133,215 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 126,534 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 120,524 miles

Centre rear seat belt buckle shroud missing

Pass 15 May 2015 119,036 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 118,989 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 115,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2012 110,703 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s rear outer sill damaged

Fail 3 Dec 2012 110,703 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s rear outer sill damaged

Pass 23 Dec 2011 100,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2010 88,993 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 88,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim 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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RF57 SXB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc 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 RF57 SXB, 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 RF57 SXB registered?

RF57 SXB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is RF57 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 SXB 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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