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YR07 YTP

2007 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

162,107 mi
Last recorded162,107 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR07 YTP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 162,107 miles

Coil spring corroded o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 162,051 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 156,425 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 156,404 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 147,623 miles

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

rusty under vehicle

Pass 5 Apr 2018 142,733 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 138,399 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 132,654 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 124,973 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2014 108,201 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2014 108,148 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2013 89,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 89,638 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 72,324 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s rear tyre has a nail

o/s rear tyre is worn to 2mm

rear brake discs are worn and corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2011 60,859 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

engine is leaking oil advise rectify

o/s rear tyre is worn to 3mm and has a nail advise replacement

Pass 9 Apr 2011 60,859 miles

engine is leaking oil advise rectify

o/s rear tyre is worn to 3mm and has a nail advise replacement

Pass 7 Apr 2010 46,485 miles

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

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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YR07 YTP is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YR07 YTP, 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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YR07 YTP is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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