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YA57 HJF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

184,015 mi
Last recorded184,015 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 HJF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 184,015 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 141,240 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 91,338 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended bump stop (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended bump stop (2.4.F.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 91,338 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended bump stop (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended bump stop (2.4.F.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 80,654 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 72,953 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 63,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 55,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 47,300 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 37,924 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 28,997 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

unable to check rear seat belts due to two child seats fitted,unable to gain access to check rear central seatbelt.

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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YA57 HJF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YA57 HJF, 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 YA57 HJF registered?

YA57 HJF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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The MOT history for YA57 HJF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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