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DG08 FCM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,810 mi
Last recorded50,810 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 FCM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 50,810 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 50,728 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s front outer boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 46,065 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 40,947 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 35,422 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 31,267 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 26,718 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 20,280 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 15,050 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 13,108 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear tyres perished

under vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 19 Oct 2016 7,575 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 6,631 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 6,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2014 6,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front tyre cracking and perishing between treads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 5,647 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 5,432 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Feb 2012 4,889 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 4,192 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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DG08 FCM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DG08 FCM, 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

How do I check the history of DG08 FCM?

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What year was DG08 FCM registered?

DG08 FCM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DG08 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 FCM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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