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RK07 OLU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,591 mi
Last recorded208,591 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK07 OLU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 208,591 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 208,587 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour both fronts (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire on engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

rear seatbelts not checked rubbish on seat

Pass 2 Dec 2019 201,014 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 200,882 miles

Fuel system component leaking on engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 191,638 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 179,125 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 166,762 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 166,576 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 151,884 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 136,068 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 129,720 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 117,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2012 98,820 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 75,972 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 63,559 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 63,559 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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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RK07 OLU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RK07 OLU, 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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RK07 OLU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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