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YG57 XHC

2007 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

281,610 mi
Last recorded281,610 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG57 XHC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 281,610 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 281,610 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2018 281,601 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 273,560 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front outer sill has slight corrosion

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Dec 2014 262,620 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 254,699 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 254,694 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 223,457 miles

Airbag light on

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2011 171,745 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 171,742 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 133,470 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 133,470 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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YG57 XHC is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YG57 XHC, 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 YG57 XHC registered?

YG57 XHC is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 September 2007.

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