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SM56 JNJ

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

307,461 mi
Last recorded307,461 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 JNJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 307,461 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 307,460 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 273,175 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 239,022 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 210,419 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 209,973 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 192,765 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 155,246 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 154,430 miles

black tape round nearside front flex brake pipe cannot be check right

Pass 28 Jul 2010 132,966 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 111,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 95,042 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 76,417 miles

nearside and offside front lower wish arm bushes worn [ bushes at rear of wheel ]

nearside front flex brake pipe cannot be checked right covered in tape

Pass 29 Jul 2008 58,922 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 39,433 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 15,550 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 37 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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SM56 JNJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SM56 JNJ, 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 SM56 JNJ registered?

SM56 JNJ is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 January 2007.

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