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SP57 SOU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

226,869 mi
Last recorded226,869 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP57 SOU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 226,869 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 226,858 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 216,714 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jan 2015 216,707 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2014 203,305 miles

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

engine oil near min

Pass 14 May 2014 202,270 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 184,798 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 161,997 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 149,845 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2010 108,500 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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SP57 SOU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 SP57 SOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP57 SOU registered?

SP57 SOU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is SP57 SOU safe to buy?

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