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AA08 JFY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

239,981 mi
Last recorded239,981 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 JFY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 239,981 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 237,393 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 234,320 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 229,379 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 208,549 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 199,524 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on the inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 10 Aug 2016 187,552 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 151,868 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 139,725 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 122,940 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 106,188 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Fail 16 May 2012 106,188 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2011 84,021 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AA08 JFY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 100,396 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 AA08 JFY, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 JFY registered?

AA08 JFY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is AA08 JFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 JFY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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