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BF08 SLZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,549 mi
Last recorded108,549 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 SLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2018 108,549 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 104,976 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 101,962 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 98,343 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 92,779 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 88,982 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 86,390 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 69,485 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 65,301 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 63,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 59,407 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 190,241 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 169,478 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 154,535 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 137,189 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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BF08 SLZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BF08 SLZ, 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 BF08 SLZ registered?

BF08 SLZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is BF08 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 SLZ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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