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YC58 PJV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

246,065 mi
Last recorded246,065 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 PJV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 246,065 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 245,122 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 227,161 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement blocks splitting offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 212,794 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 194,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 194,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 174,243 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 156,337 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 156,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 145,271 miles

engine management light on

Pass 7 Nov 2014 137,455 miles

engine light on

Pass 20 Nov 2013 129,178 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML ON

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 120,381 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 114,256 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 114,256 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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YC58 PJV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YC58 PJV, 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 YC58 PJV registered?

YC58 PJV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 November 2008.

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