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SO08 FSP

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,506 mi
Last recorded117,506 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 FSP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 117,506 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 114,062 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 109,623 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 109,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 100,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 92,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 May 2012 81,796 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 74,101 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)

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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SO08 FSP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SO08 FSP, 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

How do I check the history of SO08 FSP?

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What year was SO08 FSP registered?

SO08 FSP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is SO08 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 FSP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO08 FSP have outstanding finance?

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