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AM08 MFF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

249,632 mi
Last recorded249,632 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MFF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 249,632 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2014 249,632 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 14 Mar 2013 200,840 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 174,016 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 154,425 miles

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

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2011 98,347 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 51,817 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 17,043 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 MFF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MFF, 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 MFF registered?

AM08 MFF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is AM08 MFF safe to buy?

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