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VUI 5806

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,211 mi
Last recorded144,211 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUI 5806
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 144,211 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 144,211 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 132,073 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 120,644 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 116,483 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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VUI 5806 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VUI 5806, 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 VUI 5806?

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What year was VUI 5806 registered?

VUI 5806 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is VUI 5806 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUI 5806 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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