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MJ08 CTY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,249 mi
Last recorded150,249 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 CTY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2020 150,249 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 146,534 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 139,089 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper sligtly wet off oil

Pass 14 Aug 2017 128,479 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 118,921 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 118,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 112,526 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 107,942 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 83,561 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2013 83,560 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 61,611 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,997 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 37,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MJ08 CTY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MJ08 CTY, 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 MJ08 CTY registered?

MJ08 CTY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is MJ08 CTY safe to buy?

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