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AE08 JBG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,082 mi
Last recorded174,082 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JBG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 174,082 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

cracks to n/s/r tyre

play in rack ends

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 2 Nov 2016 150,117 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

oil leak

slight play in lower engine mounting

slight play in n/s track rod end

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 2 Nov 2016 150,102 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing ball-joint bolt broken (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Michelin (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

oil leak

slight play in lower engine mounting

slight play in n/s track rod end

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 26 Oct 2016 149,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 113,888 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 111,519 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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AE08 JBG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE08 JBG, 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 AE08 JBG registered?

AE08 JBG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is AE08 JBG safe to buy?

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