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BJ08 FRL

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

272,991 mi
Last recorded272,991 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 FRL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 272,991 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hi-level stop light not working

offside outer sill damage

Fail 23 Nov 2021 272,991 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hi-level stop light not working

offside outer sill damage

Pass 23 Dec 2020 263,230 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 245,121 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 230,116 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 217,334 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 206,901 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 198,098 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 187,916 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 175,841 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 147,170 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 114,588 miles

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

nearside windscreen cracked

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 FRL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FRL, 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 BJ08 FRL registered?

BJ08 FRL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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