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AA08 SDZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

92,084 mi
Last recorded92,084 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 SDZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 92,084 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 90,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 87,271 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 84,443 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 79,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 73,901 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 73,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 71,306 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 69,357 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 66,507 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 63,515 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 63,515 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour O/S/R & N/S/R (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 60,776 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 60,776 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 58,583 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 55,881 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 49,038 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 39,070 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 29,448 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 SDZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SDZ, 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 SDZ registered?

AA08 SDZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is AA08 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 SDZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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