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TLZ 6986

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

127,812 mi
Last recorded127,812 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLZ 6986
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 127,812 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 121,424 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 113,497 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 106,885 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 100,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 97,164 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 92,784 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 86,232 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 79,415 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 72,508 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 67,328 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 61,810 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 56,150 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 50,039 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 44,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 44,522 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 37,663 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 31,659 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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TLZ 6986 is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 TLZ 6986, 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 TLZ 6986 registered?

TLZ 6986 is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is TLZ 6986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLZ 6986 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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