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Y1 DJB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

83,355 mi
Last recorded83,355 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY1 DJB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 83,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2025 78,360 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 73,059 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 68,192 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 65,294 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2021 58,404 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 53,550 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2019 47,729 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 38,438 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 30,285 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 23,947 miles

WIPER BLADES SMEARING SCREEN.

Fail 18 Oct 2016 23,929 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

WIPER BLADES SMEARING SCREEN.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,120 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 18,001 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn close to tread bar indicators

Pass 1 Oct 2013 15,213 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 12,609 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 9,579 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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Y1 DJB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y1 DJB, 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 Y1 DJB registered?

Y1 DJB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 October 2008.

Is Y1 DJB safe to buy?

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