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AA08 OPC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,397 mi
Last recorded85,397 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 OPC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 85,397 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 76,206 miles

rear brake discs pitted / worn

Pass 8 Nov 2023 67,498 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 59,949 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 54,416 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 47,592 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 36,505 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 8 May 2019 36,461 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2018 31,127 miles

aero emissions data

Pass 11 May 2017 29,504 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 29,505 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 27,626 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 25,745 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 20,926 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 18,573 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 15,557 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
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AA08 OPC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OPC, 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 OPC registered?

AA08 OPC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AA08 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 OPC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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