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AM08 USC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

283,321 mi
Last recorded283,321 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 USC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 283,321 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2016 283,302 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 9 Mar 2016 262,813 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 245,006 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 245,004 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 243,409 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 198,173 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 198,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 155,539 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 USC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc 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 AM08 USC, 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 USC registered?

AM08 USC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is AM08 USC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 USC 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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