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SM56 OZL

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,201 mi
Last recorded73,201 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 OZL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 73,201 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 63,280 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 51,353 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 46,019 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,575 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 41,575 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 34,126 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 34,126 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2011 28,472 miles

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

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

front number plate slightly distorted

Pass 5 Feb 2010 21,538 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cracking slightly

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 OZL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OZL, 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 OZL registered?

SM56 OZL is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 February 2007.

Is SM56 OZL safe to buy?

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