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AF58 PJY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,014 mi
Last recorded193,014 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 PJY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 193,014 miles

crack to center windscreen

n/s/f outer cv gaiter deteriorated

o/s/r brake fluctuating

oil misting to front struts

Pass 4 Jun 2016 157,576 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin Slight bind (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 157,576 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin Slight bind (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 125,964 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 125,964 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 90,516 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

boot cannot be opened from outside

nsf washer jet not working

Fail 10 Dec 2013 90,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

boot cannot be opened from outside

nsf washer jet not working

Pass 19 Sep 2012 60,336 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 42,914 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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AF58 PJY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AF58 PJY, 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 AF58 PJY registered?

AF58 PJY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 September 2008.

Is AF58 PJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 PJY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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