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AG08 XCZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

209,782 mi
Last recorded209,782 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 XCZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 209,782 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 209,782 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 203,310 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen cracked but not within driver's view

Pass 29 Sep 2015 187,177 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 149,925 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 125,076 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 93,355 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 93,355 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 93,285 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 72,814 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 72,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 62,088 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 62,088 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 56,036 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Nov 2010 53,628 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 52,246 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 43,507 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 35,896 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 13,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,524 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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AG08 XCZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AG08 XCZ, 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 AG08 XCZ registered?

AG08 XCZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is AG08 XCZ safe to buy?

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