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SM07 EAO

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

141,489 mi
Last recorded141,489 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM07 EAO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 141,489 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Nov 2020 141,477 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner shoulder also tread low (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder ON LIMIT, also has cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 133,334 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder, also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 133,327 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear at flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both shoulders, also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder, also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both shoulders ON LIMIT, also cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Apr 2018 127,724 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 126,992 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 118,846 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 112,676 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Jul 2015 112,676 miles

Offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2014 104,321 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 104,321 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 93,887 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 89,510 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 85,056 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 82,478 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 72,469 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SM07 EAO is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SM07 EAO, 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 SM07 EAO registered?

SM07 EAO is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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