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FL58 JYU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,292 mi
Last recorded130,292 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 JYU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 130,292 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 128,783 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 123,571 miles

EML light illuminated

Fail 17 Feb 2017 123,571 miles

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

Offside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

EML light illuminated

Pass 12 Feb 2016 111,862 miles

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

both headlamps dip beam aim on low limit & will not adjust

Fail 12 Feb 2016 111,858 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

both headlamps dip beam aim on low limit & will not adjust

Pass 16 Feb 2015 99,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front discs corroded on inner edges

both rear shocker shrouds detached

Pass 17 Feb 2014 82,597 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 78,948 miles

front discs corroded

front number plate cracked

rear wiper poor

Pass 12 May 2012 71,859 miles

Exhaust centre clamp is corroded

Front brake discs are worn

Front brake imbalance is high

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

Fail 12 May 2012 71,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake imbalance is high

Exhaust centre clamp is corroded

Front brake discs are worn

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

Pass 12 May 2011 61,923 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

emissions zero no printout available

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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FL58 JYU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL58 JYU, 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 FL58 JYU registered?

FL58 JYU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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