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AA08 EBJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

212,715 mi
Last recorded212,715 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 EBJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 212,715 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 195,041 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 195,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 169,931 miles

oil leak

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

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

near side rear tyre wearing from inside

Fail 1 Apr 2014 169,930 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

near side rear tyre wearing from inside

oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2013 145,080 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 145,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 EBJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EBJ, 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 EBJ registered?

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

Is AA08 EBJ safe to buy?

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