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SF57 XBO

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

219,293 mi
Last recorded219,293 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 XBO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 219,293 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 204,929 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 187,011 miles

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

both headlights broken, but not insecure.

Fail 10 Apr 2015 187,003 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside headlamp broken,but no insecure.

Pass 11 Apr 2014 179,635 miles

advise head lights slightly dull

Pass 13 Feb 2013 167,503 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 149,278 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 100,641 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 57,893 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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SF57 XBO is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SF57 XBO, 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 SF57 XBO registered?

SF57 XBO is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is SF57 XBO safe to buy?

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