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YN57 OPW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,035 mi
Last recorded162,035 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN57 OPW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 162,035 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 160,569 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2023 160,569 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 156,021 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 150,127 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 147,143 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 140,888 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 135,125 miles

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 7 Feb 2017 130,891 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil not excessive (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s just above legal limit (3.5.1g)

under trays and covers fitted at tine of test

Fail 7 Feb 2017 130,891 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil not excessive (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s just above legal limit (3.5.1g)

under trays and covers fitted at tine of test

Pass 24 Dec 2015 119,400 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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YN57 OPW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YN57 OPW, 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 YN57 OPW registered?

YN57 OPW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is YN57 OPW safe to buy?

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