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FG08 ZSU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,073 mi
Last recorded120,073 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 120,073 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 100,049 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 84,886 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 74,396 miles

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

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

nsr & osr tyres are stepping on the inner edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 54,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 37,381 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 37,381 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 ZSU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG08 ZSU, 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 FG08 ZSU registered?

FG08 ZSU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is FG08 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ZSU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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