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YD08 SXF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

209,048 mi
Last recorded209,048 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 SXF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 209,048 miles

Nearside Front steering arm slight play.

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

rear brake discs worn.

Pass 28 Feb 2017 187,202 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 166,398 miles

Rear discs slightly corroded

Rear wiper broken

Pass 11 Feb 2015 142,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 13 Feb 2014 128,311 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 128,311 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 104,791 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 75,119 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 55,081 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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YD08 SXF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YD08 SXF, 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 YD08 SXF registered?

YD08 SXF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YD08 SXF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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