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SM08 UAW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,218 mi
Last recorded129,218 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 UAW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 129,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear both rear brake disc backing plates corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2019 183,032 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 183,032 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 180,363 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 167,746 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Fail 12 Jul 2017 167,746 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 23 Jul 2016 146,680 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 123,483 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 107,677 miles

rear brake pads are geting low

Pass 26 Jul 2013 81,759 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 58,910 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 58,910 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,303 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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SM08 UAW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SM08 UAW, 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 SM08 UAW registered?

SM08 UAW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is SM08 UAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 UAW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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