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FE08 VFW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,458 mi
Last recorded164,458 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 VFW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 164,458 miles

Chassis and suspension corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sills corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2022 162,429 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 157,074 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 152,812 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 148,303 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 142,082 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 139,227 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 139,224 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 133,338 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 118,088 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 111,925 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 111,924 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 102,444 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 96,398 miles

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

Front disks lipped

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

Fail 10 Feb 2011 96,388 miles

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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

Front disks lipped

Oil leak on engine

Rear 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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FE08 VFW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black 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 FE08 VFW, 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 FE08 VFW registered?

FE08 VFW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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