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FM57 LCG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

168,626 mi
Last recorded168,626 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 LCG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 168,626 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 158,635 miles

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

Nearside handbrake slightly low effort

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 158,635 miles

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

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

Nearside handbrake slightly low effort

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 155,107 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 138,918 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 121,632 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 107,397 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 94,599 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 85,021 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 79,259 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 79,259 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 70,099 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 55,804 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 48,583 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 38,933 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 38,887 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 34,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Dec 2010 26,746 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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FM57 LCG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FM57 LCG, 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 FM57 LCG registered?

FM57 LCG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is FM57 LCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 LCG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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