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YK08 EOX

2008 Optare Alero

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,569 mi
Last recorded48,569 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 2008 Optare Alero54,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 EOX
MakeOptare
ModelAlero
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,569 miles

10 passenger seats fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear tyres worn

Pass 9 Jun 2011 39,451 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,015 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,050 miles

How Reliable is the Optare Alero?

Based on 1,218 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
6,491
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Transmission brake efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp aim too low 25
position lamp(s) not working 21
parking brake recording little or no effort 20
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YK08 EOX is a 2008 Optare Alero in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Optare Alero models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 54,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Optare Alero fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK08 EOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Optare Alero typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Optare Alero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YK08 EOX?

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What year was YK08 EOX registered?

YK08 EOX is a 2008 Optare Alero, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is YK08 EOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 EOX shows 4 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 YK08 EOX have outstanding finance?

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