CarVerify

Free Car Check

YL07 KYB

2007 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

249,827 mi
Last recorded249,827 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 KYB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 249,827 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2017 249,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 246,455 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 230,938 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 213,657 miles

engine oil leaks.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear nail in tread ( leaking air) and slight cut to cords.

Nearside Rear slight brake binding

Pass 7 Jul 2015 194,795 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 194,782 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

brake warning light on dash ilumated all the time.

o/s/f indicator lamp has moisture on inside of the lamp.

Pass 6 Jan 2015 178,314 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 178,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 162,286 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 162,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 144,217 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 144,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 124,889 miles

DRIVER REC-OIL SLOW SEAT BELT

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jan 2013 106,202 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 106,125 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 89,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jul 2012 89,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2012 73,897 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 62,335 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 45,877 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 45,577 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 35,413 miles

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

near side headlamp broken but still secure

Fail 2 Aug 2010 35,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

near side headlamp broken but still secure

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YL07 KYB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YL07 KYB, 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

How do I check the history of YL07 KYB?

You can check the full history of YL07 KYB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YL07 KYB registered?

YL07 KYB is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2007.

Is YL07 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 KYB shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL07 KYB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YL07 KYB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.