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VA07 FBD

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,152 mi
Last recorded123,152 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA07 FBD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 123,152 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 116,356 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf & osf(upper) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nsf & osf (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2021 106,179 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr & osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nsf & osf (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf & osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Fail 21 Dec 2021 106,179 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr & osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nsf & osf (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(back inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf & osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertray fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2020 97,608 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 97,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2019 91,379 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 86,980 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 79,523 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Apr 2016 77,797 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 70,186 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 63,644 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 49,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside 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)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 35,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 35,022 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 25,244 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 17,452 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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VA07 FBD is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VA07 FBD, 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 VA07 FBD registered?

VA07 FBD is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 June 2007.

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