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SY56 XZE

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,656 mi
Last recorded76,656 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 XZE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 76,656 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge of tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear lipped and worn (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 76,656 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn out on inner edge only just passed mot test (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear lipped and worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 60,369 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,573 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,275 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,420 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 29,949 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 26,740 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 23,249 miles

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

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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SY56 XZE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SY56 XZE, 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 SY56 XZE registered?

SY56 XZE is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 January 2007.

Is SY56 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 XZE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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