Skoda Roomster (2008)
2008 Skoda Roomster
CarHunch analysed 3,049 real MOT records for the 2008 Skoda Roomster. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Skoda Roomster falls short of the UK average with a 74.8% first-time pass rate versus 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (46.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for a buyer. Diesel versions perform slightly worse at 73.5% pass rate compared to petrol at 76.5%, suggesting the diesel engines in this cohort are less reliable.
At 79,000 miles median age-appropriate mileage, these Roomsters are showing their wear: owners face an average of 4.75 failures and nearly 24 advisories per test, indicating mounting mechanical and wear issues typical of a 16-year-old vehicle. Before committing to one, get a full independent inspection focusing on suspension, electrics, and cooling systems, as the advisory count suggests these are common problem areas.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2008 Skoda Roomster
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 46.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (57%) | 1,741 | 73.5% | 4.97 |
| Petrol (43%) | 1,308 | 76.5% | 4.46 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Skoda Roomster vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Skoda Roomster vehicles fall between 62,580 and 96,979 miles.
2008 Skoda Roomster — Still on the Road
1,829 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Skoda Roomster
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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48.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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47.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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46.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42.1%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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32.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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31.4%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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28.1%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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