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FG08 NZU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

143,604 mi
Last recorded143,604 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 NZU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 143,604 miles

Both sides the rear radius arm bushes are getting worn.

Both sides the rear shocker covers are worn.

Pass 31 Mar 2022 137,506 miles

All the rear suspension and subframe is corroded.

Both the rear shocker covers are worn.

The middle exhaust pipe is corroded.

Fail 31 Mar 2022 137,506 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

All the rear suspension and subframe is corroded.

Both the rear shocker covers are worn.

The middle exhaust pipe is corroded.

Pass 30 Mar 2021 126,205 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 126,202 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 115,975 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 108,193 miles

Rear both tyres perished

Pass 9 Mar 2018 99,821 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2017 92,010 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 83,224 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 83,224 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre exhaust clamp worn (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush from sub frame to hub (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 70,781 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 70,781 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 61,817 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,116 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 40,446 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 40,446 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 30,551 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 NZU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NZU, 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 NZU registered?

FG08 NZU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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