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AU08 UME

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

261,521 mi
Last recorded261,521 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 UME
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 261,521 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 250,196 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 235,515 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 198,814 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 198,814 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2012 157,009 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 157,009 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 117,975 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

one of the bulbs making up the o/s/r side lamp is not working

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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AU08 UME is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU08 UME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 UME registered?

AU08 UME is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AU08 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 UME shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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