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AM08 ZGN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

192,354 mi
Last recorded192,354 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 192,354 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 183,507 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 176,802 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 161,643 miles

front brake discs n/s corodded

n/s front rear wishbone bush slight wear

rear brake pads 60.00% worn

Fail 2 Dec 2015 161,465 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front brake discs n/s corodded

n/s front rear wishbone bush slight wear

rear brake pads 60.00% worn

Pass 31 Dec 2013 138,097 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 137,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

under tray insecure

Pass 29 May 2013 120,240 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 117,106 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 117,106 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2011 76,126 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 ZGN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ZGN, 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 ZGN registered?

AM08 ZGN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is AM08 ZGN safe to buy?

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