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AM08 MBF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,220 mi
Last recorded148,220 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MBF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 148,220 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 125,158 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 140,599 miles

Bonnet stay latch missing

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2015 140,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear 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

Bonnet stay latch missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Spare tyre completely destroyed

Pass 13 Mar 2014 113,956 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 88,781 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 88,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 70,375 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,904 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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AM08 MBF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AM08 MBF, 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 AM08 MBF registered?

AM08 MBF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is AM08 MBF safe to buy?

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