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MT57 YFX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,058 mi
Last recorded101,058 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 YFX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 101,058 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 91,393 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 91,391 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2019 81,111 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 70,441 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 56,691 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn

oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,596 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 77,230 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 27,517 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 24,423 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 22,663 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 18,579 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,687 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 17,687 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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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MT57 YFX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MT57 YFX, 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 MT57 YFX registered?

MT57 YFX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is MT57 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 YFX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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