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DF57 JMF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,319 mi
Last recorded99,319 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 JMF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 99,319 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 95,313 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit and worn inner edge

offside rear worn inner edge

Pass 3 Feb 2018 90,639 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 85,803 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2017 85,659 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 76,442 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 72,284 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 72,267 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 67,443 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 58,751 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 50,341 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 38,193 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 38,193 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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DF57 JMF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DF57 JMF, 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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How do I check the history of DF57 JMF?

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What year was DF57 JMF registered?

DF57 JMF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is DF57 JMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 JMF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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