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SC56 AOY

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

150,345 mi
Last recorded150,345 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC56 AOY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 150,345 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2020 150,340 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 149,261 miles

brake pedal spongy

Fail 11 Mar 2019 149,259 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

brake pedal spongy

Pass 29 Aug 2017 147,445 miles

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

Front PEDAL SPONGY

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended AXLE TO BODY BOTH SIDES (2.4.F.3)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 147,442 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort BRAKE DISC CORRODED (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front PEDAL SPONGY

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended AXLE TO BODY BOTH SIDES (2.4.F.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 146,256 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted.

Fail 31 Aug 2016 146,256 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 143,414 miles

Nearside Front tyre run off inner edge

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 143,411 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front tyre run off inner edge

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear number plate lights dim

Pass 17 Mar 2014 140,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2014 139,996 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 135,619 miles

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

offside steering rack inner joint has play

Fail 22 Feb 2013 135,618 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside steering rack inner joint has play

Pass 18 Feb 2012 130,326 miles

N/S/R/ wheel binding on slightly

O/S/F/ sidewall (tyre) deteriorating

front wipers not clearing screen properly

Fail 17 Feb 2012 130,326 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

N/S/R/ wheel binding on slightly

O/S/F/ sidewall (tyre) deteriorating

front wipers not clearing screen properly

tracktion control light on

Pass 20 Jan 2011 107,425 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 107,424 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 78,250 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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SC56 AOY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 SC56 AOY, 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 SC56 AOY registered?

SC56 AOY is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 January 2007.

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