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BK08 JYF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

200,663 mi
Last recorded200,663 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 JYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 200,663 miles

Front Both sides wipers not tested

Front Driver view temporary thing on way

Plastics sheets fitted under

Fail 15 Jan 2016 200,663 miles

Front Both sides wipers not tested

Front Driver view temporary thing on way

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Plastics sheets fitted under

Pass 2 Dec 2014 182,186 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 144,821 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front suspension strut leaking slightly

Pass 27 Mar 2013 124,854 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 100,814 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 71,935 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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BK08 JYF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK08 JYF, 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 BK08 JYF registered?

BK08 JYF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is BK08 JYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 JYF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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