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AC08 UNB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,169,761 mi
Last recorded1,169,761 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 UNB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 1,169,761 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2025 162,665 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 162,578 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024
Pass 26 Nov 2022 146,828 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 139,290 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 139,204 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 124,981 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 121,253 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 115,897 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 94,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 3 Sep 2014 85,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2014 85,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 75,562 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 62,352 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 47,907 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 May 2011 52,400 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 52,400 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 35,517 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 35,517 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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 UNB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AC08 UNB, 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 AC08 UNB registered?

AC08 UNB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AC08 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 UNB shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC08 UNB have outstanding finance?

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