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YL08 UXB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,002 mi
Last recorded124,002 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 UXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2019 124,002 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 121,440 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 115,867 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 104,840 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 95,884 miles

Child seat fitted to O/S/R unable to check seatbelt.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 76,412 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Mar 2013 56,103 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2012 42,213 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 29,442 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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YL08 UXB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YL08 UXB, 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 YL08 UXB registered?

YL08 UXB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 August 2008.

Is YL08 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 UXB shows 9 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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