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VK57 LXB

2007 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

120,494 mi
Last recorded120,494 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 LXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 120,494 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 114,707 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 113,355 miles

Bonnet stay clip weak.

Exhaust heat shield loose at rear.

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 112,445 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 110,852 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 109,842 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 107,132 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 102,050 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 102,050 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 95,959 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 90,131 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under covers fitted.

Pass 31 Oct 2015 83,325 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 83,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 76,447 miles

Both front tyres are low on tread both under 3mm.

Slight bind on front brakes.

Pass 21 Oct 2013 68,892 miles

front on rear pads low

osr parking brake lever on caliper not returning onto stop.

Pass 23 Oct 2012 60,261 miles

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

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

both rear shock covers unservicable

Pass 1 Nov 2011 50,590 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 41,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 41,212 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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VK57 LXB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VK57 LXB, 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 VK57 LXB registered?

VK57 LXB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2007.

Is VK57 LXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK57 LXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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