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AG08 GYO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

198,467 mi
Last recorded198,467 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 GYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 198,467 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 182,962 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 167,988 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 131,456 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 98,493 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 98,493 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 67,430 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 64,266 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 47,820 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,352 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AG08 GYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AG08 GYO, 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

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What year was AG08 GYO registered?

AG08 GYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is AG08 GYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 GYO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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