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WV57 FAU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,988 mi
Last recorded102,988 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 FAU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 102,988 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 99,227 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 96,321 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 92,146 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 87,938 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 84,504 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 81,300 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 81,300 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 68,614 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 56,251 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 50,728 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 43,792 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 35,906 miles

rear tyres worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 22 Oct 2013 28,896 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 28,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 27,849 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 25,698 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 23,208 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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WV57 FAU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WV57 FAU, 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 WV57 FAU registered?

WV57 FAU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is WV57 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV57 FAU shows 18 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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