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BT57 AYC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,531 mi
Last recorded155,531 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 AYC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 155,531 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 130,311 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 89,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.74 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre worn down outer surface

Pass 20 Jan 2016 63,233 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn down inner and outer edge

Fail 20 Jan 2016 63,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre worn down inner and outer edge

Pass 7 Jan 2015 50,775 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front consol bushes slightly worn

Pass 27 Dec 2013 43,158 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 36,210 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 29,482 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 29,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2011 22,053 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 22,053 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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BT57 AYC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BT57 AYC, 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 BT57 AYC registered?

BT57 AYC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is BT57 AYC safe to buy?

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