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AE08 JBL

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,946 mi
Last recorded135,946 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JBL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 135,946 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 133,551 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 119,789 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2024 119,776 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 108,209 miles

13 pin towing socket bracket damaged

Both rear shock absorber bump stops deteriorated

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 108,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

13 pin towing socket bracket damaged

Both rear shock absorber bump stops deteriorated

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 96,880 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 96,248 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 93,467 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 88,237 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 83,850 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 77,549 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nearside front tyre out of shape on inner edge

Offside Front Inner Offside front tyre out of shape on inner edge

Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Components

Fail 12 Jun 2017 77,374 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Inner Nearside front tyre out of shape on inner edge

Offside Front Inner Offside front tyre out of shape on inner edge

Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Components

Pass 22 Jun 2016 70,394 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 70,394 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 63,087 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 52,192 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,824 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2012 33,359 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 33,359 miles

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

rear o/s tyre starting to go out of shape

Fail 4 Jul 2011 24,199 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,199 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 JBL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AE08 JBL, 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 JBL registered?

AE08 JBL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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