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SK57 VDE

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,458 mi
Last recorded122,458 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK57 VDE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 122,458 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 122,453 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working side repeater in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 115,798 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 115,793 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2021 109,510 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 109,505 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 103,948 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 99,510 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 92,035 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 83,696 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 83,691 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 76,640 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 76,635 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 67,732 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 61,150 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 61,145 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 54,426 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 46,677 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 38,729 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,815 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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SK57 VDE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SK57 VDE, 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 SK57 VDE registered?

SK57 VDE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 October 2007.

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