CarVerify

Free Car Check

YP07 VWG

2007 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

216,299 mi
Last recorded216,299 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
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 £14.99

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

RegistrationYP07 VWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 216,299 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 204,392 miles

Both rear flexes feral rusty

Both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Play in n/s/f anti roll bar link

Play in n/s/f lower arm front bush

Rear brake pads very low marginal pass

Pass 8 Jul 2020 198,078 miles

Both front suspension arm rear bushes worn

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush, on limit of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm bushes deteriorated

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 198,078 miles

Both front suspension arm rear bushes worn

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush, on limit of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm bushes deteriorated

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 183,806 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin On the limit of wear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect On the limit of wear. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 168,020 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 168,020 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 153,382 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

Pass 12 Jul 2016 135,102 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 135,102 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 116,467 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 99,800 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 78,172 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Apr 2012 63,320 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 57,286 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 45,665 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
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

YP07 VWG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YP07 VWG, 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 YP07 VWG?

You can check the full history of YP07 VWG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YP07 VWG registered?

YP07 VWG is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2007.

Is YP07 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP07 VWG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP07 VWG 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 YP07 VWG. 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.