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AM08 ZTV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

211,685 mi
Last recorded211,685 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 ZTV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2019 211,685 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 208,467 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 204,834 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 197,291 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 192,475 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 186,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 156,134 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

inner driveshaft joint nearside gaiter split

nearside rear shock absorber dirt shield insecure

Pass 7 Apr 2011 109,010 miles

offside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

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 ZTV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZTV, 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 ZTV registered?

AM08 ZTV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is AM08 ZTV safe to buy?

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