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SY08 YFN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

166,928 mi
Last recorded166,928 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 YFN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 166,928 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and components incl body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges, 2013 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on insides, 2013 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 146,917 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded inc suspension components corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2024 146,917 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken not attached (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust systewm broken (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded inc suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2023 134,239 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 125,653 miles

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 123,977 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 122,870 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer c/v boot perished slight holed.

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 115,889 miles

Nearside Front Outer C/V Boot slight leak.

Fail 18 Mar 2019 115,888 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer C/V Boot slight leak.

Pass 8 Mar 2018 101,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre castellated

Offside Rear tyre castellated

Pass 13 Mar 2017 84,268 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 69,290 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 53,856 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 47,971 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 38,792 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 31,248 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 23,034 miles

handbrake lever is stiff in opreation

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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SY08 YFN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SY08 YFN, 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 SY08 YFN registered?

SY08 YFN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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