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SM08 UBS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,654 mi
Last recorded119,654 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 UBS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2021 119,654 miles

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

Nearside Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 82,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 82,760 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 78,227 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 75,331 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 75,331 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working on mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 71,424 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 67,461 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 62,570 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 55,024 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 47,831 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 47,831 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,455 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 29,098 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 29,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UBS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SM08 UBS, 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 UBS registered?

SM08 UBS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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