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SB57 UMG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

233,254 mi
Last recorded233,254 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 UMG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 233,254 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 233,254 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 228,525 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 225,422 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 210,313 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 210,313 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 196,066 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 181,563 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 165,659 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 165,659 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 150,942 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 150,942 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 134,420 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 116,846 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 102,005 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 85,405 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 85,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 67,993 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 52,029 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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SB57 UMG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB57 UMG, 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 SB57 UMG registered?

SB57 UMG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is SB57 UMG safe to buy?

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