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LF08 DMU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

182,964 mi
Last recorded182,964 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 DMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 182,964 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 166,099 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 97,901 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 97,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre is cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre is cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre is cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 94,427 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 89,646 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 85,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 81,817 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 72,944 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 66,487 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 57,424 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 48,519 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 39,458 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 30,187 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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LF08 DMU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LF08 DMU, 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 LF08 DMU registered?

LF08 DMU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is LF08 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 DMU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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