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YL57 LCE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,157 mi
Last recorded103,157 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 LCE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 103,157 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 99,922 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 96,136 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 92,505 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays obscuring some underneath parts

Pass 11 Jan 2022 87,810 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 84,759 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 83,034 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 77,404 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 72,744 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 68,542 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 62,950 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 57,576 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 51,888 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 46,122 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 42,075 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 33,368 miles

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

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

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

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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YL57 LCE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YL57 LCE, 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 YL57 LCE registered?

YL57 LCE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is YL57 LCE safe to buy?

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