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FL08 FGK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

117,713 mi
Last recorded117,713 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 FGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 117,713 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 114,087 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 114,087 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 110,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 106,418 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 106,417 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 101,764 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 95,639 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 92,235 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bot sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 7 Mar 2019 84,548 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Fail 5 Mar 2019 84,478 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 6 Mar 2018 76,499 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Fail 1 Mar 2018 76,493 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid frozen (8.2.3)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 3 Mar 2017 68,417 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 2 Mar 2016 60,460 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 60,460 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 52,715 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 44,991 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 37,648 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 28,551 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 19,613 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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FL08 FGK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 FL08 FGK, 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 FL08 FGK registered?

FL08 FGK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FL08 FGK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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