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AB08 JFZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,526 mi
Last recorded79,526 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 JFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 79,526 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 77,533 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 77,533 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 77,287 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 55,349 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Sep 2013 39,217 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 25,278 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,839 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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AB08 JFZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 AB08 JFZ, 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 AB08 JFZ registered?

AB08 JFZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is AB08 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 JFZ shows 8 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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