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DG08 YTU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,041 mi
Last recorded205,041 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 YTU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 205,041 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 196,140 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 184,815 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 175,655 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 166,077 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 157,098 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 157,098 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 146,217 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 136,697 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 123,247 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 111,984 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 111,984 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 95,043 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 83,347 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 83,347 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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 YTU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YTU, 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 DG08 YTU registered?

DG08 YTU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is DG08 YTU safe to buy?

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