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AE08 JJG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

260,392 mi
Last recorded260,392 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JJG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 260,392 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber weak

wiper blades not checked for clearing screen - o/s/ wiper blade split

Fail 31 Mar 2016 259,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber weak

wiper blades not checked for clearing screen - o/s/ wiper blade split

Pass 2 Apr 2015 216,708 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 216,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

damage to n/s/f

o/s washer poor

Pass 28 Mar 2014 176,579 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 156,687 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 156,190 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 110,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 65,146 miles

n/s headlamp to high

Pass 6 Apr 2010 18,184 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 JJG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JJG, 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 JJG registered?

AE08 JJG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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