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AA08 DVN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

224,948 mi
Last recorded224,948 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DVN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 224,948 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 224,917 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2017 209,023 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 205,678 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 191,684 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 177,370 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 153,315 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached!

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 153,315 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached!

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 121,096 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 88,189 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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AA08 DVN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 DVN, 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.

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What year was AA08 DVN registered?

AA08 DVN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is AA08 DVN safe to buy?

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