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AB08 OPF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,673 mi
Last recorded94,673 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OPF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 94,673 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 89,908 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 89,908 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 86,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 82,254 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 82,252 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 77,962 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 74,244 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 71,108 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 65,844 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 65,842 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 62,469 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 62,467 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 58,984 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 54,521 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,956 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 46,774 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 39,525 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 OPF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 OPF, 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 OPF registered?

AB08 OPF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is AB08 OPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OPF shows 18 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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