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AE08 HOP

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,327 mi
Last recorded132,327 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 HOP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 132,327 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 128,562 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 124,564 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 119,930 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 114,637 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 109,324 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 104,896 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 99,400 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 99,063 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 77,866 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,064 miles

both front tyres worn to legal min

n/s/r tyre inner edge irregular wear

Pass 13 Aug 2014 67,064 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 56,943 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 46,486 miles

nsr tyre inner edge slightly distorted

osr tyre inner edge slightly distorted

Pass 8 Aug 2011 35,694 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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AE08 HOP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE08 HOP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 HOP registered?

AE08 HOP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is AE08 HOP safe to buy?

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