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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1422cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 175,342 miles on the clock, averaging 14,100 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for bms (1.4 tdi pd). Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.
MOT & Mileage History for AB08 OWV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,342 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Skoda Fabia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Fabia models (2007–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Component: Fuse boxes and dashboard wiring
Fuse fatigue and corroded wiring in the under-dash fusebox lead to intermittent electrical failures. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (new fusebox or rewiring at indie garage).[1][2][4]
Component: Interior trim and dashboard plastics
Plastic mounts and clips degrade, causing loose panels. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (clips, felt tape, or panel refit).[1][2][4]
Component: Rear bootlid wiring loom (in tailgate hinge corrugation)
Wiring chafes through in the flexible bootlid corrugation under rear lights. · Typical repair: £80-£200 (splice/repair loom).[6]
Component: Fuel filter housing
Filter cracks at inlet connection, leaking diesel/petrol. · Typical repair: £100-£300 (replace filter, free if recall-eligible).
BMS (1.4 TDI PD)
Variable geometry turbine (VGT) sticks from carbon/neglect; actuator fails.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AB08 OWV |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 OWV
What car is AB08 OWV?
AB08 OWV is an blue Skoda Fabia, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 OWV?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 OWV was 175,342 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 OWV passed its MOT?
AB08 OWV has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2021.
Is AB08 OWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 OWV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AB08 OWV?
AB08 OWV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.