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JIG 8168

2008 Skoda Octavia Vrs

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,747 mi
Last recorded157,747 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8168
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Vrs
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 157,747 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 152,218 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 147,846 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 144,040 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 141,816 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 137,839 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 135,968 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 130,436 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Vrs?

Based on 1,347 MOT tests across 199 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
7,390
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
199
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Direction indicator incorrect colour 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 5
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JIG 8168 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Vrs in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Vrs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIG 8168, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Vrs typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia Vrs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JIG 8168 registered?

JIG 8168 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Vrs, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is JIG 8168 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIG 8168 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JIG 8168 have outstanding finance?

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