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YKZ 7228

2010 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,034 mi
Last recorded160,034 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKZ 7228
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 160,034 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 160,009 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 157,045 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 156,920 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 152,257 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 148,419 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 142,511 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 121,918 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 119,477 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 101,145 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,654 miles

Front number plate cracked

N/S/R shock absorber bump stop perishing

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 80,317 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 68,484 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 55,343 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 55,154 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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YKZ 7228 is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 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 YKZ 7228, 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 16 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 YKZ 7228 registered?

YKZ 7228 is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2010.

Is YKZ 7228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKZ 7228 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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