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AA08 HVL

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

177,221 mi
Last recorded177,221 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 HVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 177,221 miles

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2020 155,555 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 139,437 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 112,380 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 92,730 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 84,281 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear BOTH REAR TYRES WORN VERY LOW ON INNER EDGES

Pass 22 Sep 2015 73,981 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 73,956 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 73,643 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 60,690 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,951 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 45,994 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 35,739 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 21,511 miles

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 HVL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HVL, 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 HVL registered?

AA08 HVL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AA08 HVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 HVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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