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FL08 FGX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,414 mi
Last recorded37,414 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 FGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 37,414 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 36,786 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 36,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 35,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 34,871 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 33,945 miles

Both rear tyres perishing and slightly out of shape

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, slightly on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 33,172 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 31,583 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 29,942 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 28,019 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 26,373 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,396 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2014 22,267 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,432 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 19,100 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 17,331 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 FGX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FGX, 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 FGX registered?

FL08 FGX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is FL08 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 FGX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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