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VK07 GHG

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,016 mi
Last recorded150,016 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK07 GHG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 150,016 miles

both rear tyres on 3.0mm

both rear tyres perished

undertray fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2018 150,014 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

both rear tyres on 3.0mm

both rear tyres perished

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2017 147,043 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 137,026 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 129,126 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 May 2015 123,576 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 123,576 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 110,849 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 93,689 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2013 93,689 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 78,540 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 78,536 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 61,089 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 46,470 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 44,288 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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VK07 GHG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK07 GHG, 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 VK07 GHG registered?

VK07 GHG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is VK07 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK07 GHG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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