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SB57 CYF

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

278,538 mi
Last recorded278,538 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 CYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 278,538 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 232,853 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 208,575 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2012 208,506 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2011 172,629 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 172,629 miles

Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear discs started to wear

Pass 11 Dec 2010 138,277 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 138,271 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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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SB57 CYF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SB57 CYF, 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 SB57 CYF registered?

SB57 CYF is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is SB57 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB57 CYF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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