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SD57 YVW

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

265,176 mi
Last recorded265,176 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD57 YVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 265,176 miles

o/s/f shock absorber worn

Fail 17 Apr 2014 265,176 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

o/s/f shock absorber worn

Pass 26 Apr 2013 229,344 miles

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

no reverse lights for taxi test

Fail 19 Apr 2013 229,343 miles

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

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

Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

no reverse lights for taxi test

Pass 12 Sep 2012 212,612 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 164,889 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 124,018 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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SD57 YVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SD57 YVW, 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 SD57 YVW registered?

SD57 YVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 October 2007.

Is SD57 YVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD57 YVW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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