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MT08 LYO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,007 mi
Last recorded75,007 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 LYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 75,007 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 71,726 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 68,476 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 65,461 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 61,515 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 61,515 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 58,931 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 55,010 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 51,492 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 47,129 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 43,056 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 39,434 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 32,669 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 28,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 23,441 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 18,882 miles

drivers floor mat restricting throttle pedal.

n/s/f tyre centre and inner tread 3mm.

nails in n/s/r and o/s/f tyres.

o/s/f tyre centre and inner tread 3mm.

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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MT08 LYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MT08 LYO, 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 MT08 LYO registered?

MT08 LYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is MT08 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 LYO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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