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WU08 ZYM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,446 mi
Last recorded127,446 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 ZYM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2023 127,446 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

rear wiper motor inop

Pass 22 Aug 2022 121,145 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 110,393 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 110,393 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 98,618 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 92,247 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 82,947 miles

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 82,814 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 73,743 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 64,649 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 64,641 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 59,708 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 50,375 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 41,736 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 32,684 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 24,923 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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WU08 ZYM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WU08 ZYM, 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

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What year was WU08 ZYM registered?

WU08 ZYM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is WU08 ZYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 ZYM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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