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YC08 VOD

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

387,875 mi
Last recorded387,875 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 VOD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2018 387,875 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2017 343,430 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jun 2016 306,992 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 267,226 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 227,390 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 188,064 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Jun 2012 151,608 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 107,655 miles

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

light scratching to front windscreen

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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YC08 VOD is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC08 VOD, 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 YC08 VOD registered?

YC08 VOD is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is YC08 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 VOD shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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