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AS08 VRS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

82,057 mi
Last recorded82,057 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS08 VRS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 82,057 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 80,320 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 80,320 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 78,958 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 75,854 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 73,840 miles

both rear shocks dust covers/bump stops deteriorated.

Pass 19 Jun 2020 71,820 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicators discoloured. (4.4.3 (a))

Rear both rear shocks dust covers/bump stops deterioated.

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 May 2019 66,602 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 62,347 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 55,987 miles

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 10 Jun 2016 49,999 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 43,706 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 37,196 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,161 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,703 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 18,349 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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AS08 VRS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AS08 VRS, 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 AS08 VRS registered?

AS08 VRS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AS08 VRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS08 VRS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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