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LJ08 FMP

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,784 mi
Last recorded152,784 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 FMP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 152,784 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 123,366 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 111,936 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 88,050 miles

both rear suspension bump stops perrished

front number plate cracked but not affecting the lettering

Fail 9 May 2013 88,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both rear suspension bump stops perrished

front number plate cracked but not affecting the lettering

Pass 28 Feb 2012 60,167 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 38,567 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 38,567 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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LJ08 FMP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LJ08 FMP, 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 LJ08 FMP registered?

LJ08 FMP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LJ08 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 FMP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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