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AB08 BFJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,232 mi
Last recorded12,232 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,232 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 106,000 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 104,115 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 97,200 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 97,200 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 93,500 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 91,965 miles

chip in windscreen zone a

nearside rear bump stop broken

nearside rear tyre worn on edge 2-3mm 205/55/16

Pass 11 Jun 2011 62,352 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 62,352 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

L/H inner drivshaft gator split

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AB08 BFJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AB08 BFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 BFJ registered?

AB08 BFJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AB08 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 BFJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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