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AA08 HXG

2008 Skoda Roomster

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

156,744 mi
Last recorded156,744 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Roomster69,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 HXG
MakeSkoda
ModelRoomster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 156,744 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 156,744 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathering on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 146,079 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 146,079 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2021 136,747 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 127,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2019 120,617 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Fail 13 May 2019 120,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Nearside Rear tyre valve perished

Pass 13 Apr 2018 115,547 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 115,547 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2017 110,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 103,885 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 103,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 94,870 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in osf drop link

Fail 14 Apr 2014 83,315 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 83,315 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 70,622 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 70,579 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 58,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Apr 2011 45,095 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres worn on shoulders

How Reliable is the Skoda Roomster?

Based on 339,198 MOT tests across 22,877 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
5,830
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
22,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,146
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 1,804
position lamp(s) not working 1,732
Stop lamp not working 1,699
Full Skoda Roomster reliability report

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AA08 HXG is a 2008 Skoda Roomster in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Roomster models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 69,239 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Roomster fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 HXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Roomster typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Roomster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AA08 HXG registered?

AA08 HXG is a 2008 Skoda Roomster, first registered on 8 May 2008.

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