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BJ08 BWN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

243,905 mi
Last recorded243,905 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 BWN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 243,905 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 208,440 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 208,422 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 167,859 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 124,551 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 79,070 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 37,734 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 187 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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BJ08 BWN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BJ08 BWN, 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 BJ08 BWN registered?

BJ08 BWN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BJ08 BWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 BWN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ08 BWN have outstanding finance?

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