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FL08 PWF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

148,313 mi
Last recorded148,313 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 PWF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 148,313 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 139,084 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 139,084 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 131,943 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 123,724 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 123,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 115,252 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 104,838 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 97,002 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 97,002 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 22 Jul 2019 95,940 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 95,909 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2018 92,617 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 90,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 81,901 miles

reduced pad area inside of front discs

Pass 17 Mar 2016 71,808 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 60,552 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 50,341 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 38,837 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 26,412 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 19,678 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 PWF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PWF, 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 PWF registered?

FL08 PWF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FL08 PWF safe to buy?

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