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AB08 OXV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,702 mi
Last recorded57,702 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 57,702 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 56,152 miles

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

Rear Bumpstops deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 53,102 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 53,102 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 51,098 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 49,773 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 48,883 miles

Nearside Rear brake pads getting low

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of area

under tray/cover fitted not allowing full inspection of area

Pass 19 Jul 2017 47,211 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 42,144 miles

engine cover, can't inspect area

under tray, can't inspect area

Pass 15 Jul 2015 35,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inner treads

o/s/r tyre worn on inner treads

Pass 25 Jul 2014 32,118 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 32,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre worn on inner treads

Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,648 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 22,155 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 17,319 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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AB08 OXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AB08 OXV, 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 AB08 OXV registered?

AB08 OXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is AB08 OXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OXV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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