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SB07 YZH

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

289,504 mi
Last recorded289,504 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB07 YZH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 289,504 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2017 279,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 244,555 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 215,015 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s/f (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush o/s/f (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 197,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Oct 2013 169,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 29 Oct 2013 169,615 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Nov 2012 149,140 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

pad warning light on

Pass 15 Nov 2011 145,711 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 130,457 miles

both rear bump stops deteriorated.

rear screen wash not working.

small stonechips in screen.

Fail 21 Jun 2011 130,457 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear bump stops deteriorated.

rear screen wash not working.

small stonechips in screen.

Pass 27 Jul 2010 101,403 miles

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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SB07 YZH is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SB07 YZH, 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 SB07 YZH registered?

SB07 YZH is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 August 2007.

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