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YT08 UTS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

206,717 mi
Last recorded206,717 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 UTS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 206,717 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2017 190,811 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

unable to see rear pads

Fail 30 Aug 2017 190,782 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch x2 ()

o/s/r wheel rubbing on inner side

unable to see rear pads

Pass 11 Aug 2016 173,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 164,129 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 153,952 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 153,947 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 145,736 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 143,365 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 139,171 miles

front discs worn thin

Pass 16 Feb 2011 129,384 miles

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

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

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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YT08 UTS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc 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 YT08 UTS, 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 YT08 UTS registered?

YT08 UTS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YT08 UTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 UTS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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