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AD57 DMU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,005 mi
Last recorded81,005 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 DMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2014 81,005 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 71,040 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 56,630 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre 3/4 worn, n/s/r tyre worn to minimum, front and rear pads 3/4 worn

Pass 5 Jan 2012 44,078 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 34,318 miles

Both front tyres worn right onto minimum limit, underside completely covered, nearside rear tyre 3/4 worn.

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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AD57 DMU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AD57 DMU, 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

How do I check the history of AD57 DMU?

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What year was AD57 DMU registered?

AD57 DMU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is AD57 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 DMU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD57 DMU have outstanding finance?

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