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SB08 PBU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,356 mi
Last recorded155,356 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 PBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 155,356 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2015 151,200 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 151,200 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 131,312 miles

Centre stop light 1 bulb inopperative

Water ingress in boot [dampness]

Pass 14 Jun 2011 114,009 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre stop light 1 bulb inopperative

Dampness at connections near fuel cooler

Pass 14 Dec 2010 93,856 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

hackney advise name on door starting to fade

Pass 16 Jun 2010 73,991 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 55,227 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 37,748 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 18,786 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 18,744 miles

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

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

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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SB08 PBU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SB08 PBU, 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 SB08 PBU registered?

SB08 PBU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is SB08 PBU safe to buy?

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