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AN08 VWR

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

279,837 mi
Last recorded279,837 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 VWR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 279,837 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 269,837 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 243,741 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 225,661 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 211,994 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Nearside 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 25 Sep 2015 195,561 miles

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)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 174,050 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 157,716 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 132,004 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 115,505 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 101,566 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 87,217 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 62,353 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 62,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AN08 VWR is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AN08 VWR, 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 AN08 VWR registered?

AN08 VWR is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AN08 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 VWR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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