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AC08 UKV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,820 mi
Last recorded110,820 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 UKV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 110,820 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on the inside edge

under-body trays restricting view

Pass 16 May 2017 102,366 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 94,706 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all worn (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 May 2016 94,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions asymetrical (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 81,858 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 81,858 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 68,449 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 55,845 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 55,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 55,766 miles

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

n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 13 Jun 2011 40,797 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 40,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AC08 UKV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AC08 UKV, 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 AC08 UKV registered?

AC08 UKV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is AC08 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 UKV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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