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RA08 CYF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

122,425 mi
Last recorded122,425 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 CYF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 122,425 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 107,507 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 100,479 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 94,236 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 88,209 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 88,204 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 80,551 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 73,795 miles

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear light cluster cracked

Pass 8 Aug 2016 68,381 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 62,711 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 56,252 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,151 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 44,510 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 40,158 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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RA08 CYF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc 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 RA08 CYF, 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

How do I check the history of RA08 CYF?

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What year was RA08 CYF registered?

RA08 CYF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is RA08 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 CYF 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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