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AA08 SLU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,986 mi
Last recorded91,986 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 SLU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 91,986 miles

emmissions to low to read

Pass 29 May 2014 79,060 miles

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 21 May 2013 63,190 miles

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

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

rear bumpstops perished

Pass 15 May 2012 47,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 34,839 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 34,839 miles

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

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

front and rear brake discs slightly worn and slightly juddering.

front and rear brake pads low approx 85% worn.

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 SLU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SLU, 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 SLU registered?

AA08 SLU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is AA08 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 SLU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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