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FG08 EXB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,331 mi
Last recorded137,331 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 EXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 137,331 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 137,330 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre exhaust sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 131,707 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 118,725 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

corrosion to rear sub frame and suspension components

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2019 118,720 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on legal limit and worm smooth on edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on legal limit and worm smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower suspension arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

corrosion to rear sub frame and suspension components

engine covers and under trays fitted

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 19 Mar 2018 108,068 miles

upper and lower covers fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre inner tread distorted

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

internal bonnet release handle defective / insecure

Fail 19 Mar 2018 108,068 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre inner tread distorted

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

internal bonnet release handle defective / insecure

upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2017 93,206 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak to rear of the engine ()

Fail 21 Mar 2017 93,206 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

3 x rear position bulbs out

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak to rear of the engine ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 79,605 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 66,335 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 55,115 miles

n/s front inner driveshaft boot split

Pass 18 Mar 2013 45,065 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 37,254 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,093 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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FG08 EXB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG08 EXB, 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 FG08 EXB registered?

FG08 EXB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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