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RF57 SZE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

173,220 mi
Last recorded173,220 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 SZE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 173,220 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 161,170 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 149,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 140,452 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 130,966 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 115,672 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 115,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 97,615 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 80,667 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,319 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 50,544 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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RF57 SZE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RF57 SZE, 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 RF57 SZE registered?

RF57 SZE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is RF57 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 SZE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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