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AB08 OTJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

142,570 mi
Last recorded142,570 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 142,570 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 138,531 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 134,513 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 127,487 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 120,688 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 115,101 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 115,101 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 108,814 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 102,700 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover detached

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover detached

Pass 6 Aug 2018 94,241 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 85,873 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 80,277 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 69,960 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 58,955 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 42,853 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 32,955 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 28,458 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 24,047 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 OTJ 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 94.4%.

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 OTJ, 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 OTJ registered?

AB08 OTJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is AB08 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OTJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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