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YF57 OVW

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

204,702 mi
Last recorded204,702 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF57 OVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 204,702 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 204,702 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 200,643 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 197,912 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Central Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes in ally casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

advise both sills getting scabby

advise fuel cooler has slight damage

Pass 13 Dec 2019 191,733 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 183,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint: constant velocity boot slight split

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Oct 2017 174,445 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 161,661 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 146,933 miles

both front shocks slight misting oil

both rear droplinks slight play

nearside front d bush slight play

Pass 8 Nov 2014 130,318 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 113,603 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 96,875 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 82,246 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 66,713 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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YF57 OVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YF57 OVW, 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 YF57 OVW registered?

YF57 OVW is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 December 2007.

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