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SM17 DOM

2019 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,756 mi
Last recorded69,756 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2019 Skoda Octavia45,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 DOM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 69,756 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 69,756 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 62,791 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both=renew (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 62,783 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both=renew (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

drive shaft heat shield loose

Pass 13 Nov 2023 49,481 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts advice replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 37,779 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 28,185 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 28,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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SM17 DOM is a 2019 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2019 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 45,737 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 SM17 DOM, 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 7 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM17 DOM registered?

SM17 DOM is a 2019 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 January 2019.

Is SM17 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 DOM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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