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YB56 JZU

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

115,414 mi
Last recorded115,414 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB56 JZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 115,414 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 115,414 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 109,087 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 102,353 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 95,126 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil O/s & n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 95,126 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 88,190 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 81,934 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,002 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 73,603 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 67,662 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/s & n/s outer & n/s inner (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 63,367 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 56,431 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 50,152 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2013 44,239 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 44,239 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 38,920 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 32,375 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 27,444 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 18,616 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)

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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YB56 JZU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YB56 JZU, 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 YB56 JZU registered?

YB56 JZU is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 January 2007.

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