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FG58 UAB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

270,426 mi
Last recorded270,426 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 UAB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 270,426 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 262,292 miles

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

engine bay covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2017 262,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

engine bay covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 258,232 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 258,232 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 247,648 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 231,398 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 216,399 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 205,637 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 205,637 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 21 May 2014 193,186 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2014 193,186 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 178,651 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 171,197 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Dec 2012 154,213 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 154,213 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 154,090 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 141,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 141,473 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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FG58 UAB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FG58 UAB, 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 FG58 UAB registered?

FG58 UAB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is FG58 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 UAB shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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