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AG08 XGN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

228,024 mi
Last recorded228,024 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 XGN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2020 228,024 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 226,459 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 185,740 miles

COIL SPRINGS RUSTY

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 138,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

plastic covers fitted to inner wheel arches and underside.

Pass 9 Jun 2016 92,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

plastic covers fitted to underside.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 43,134 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2015 43,349 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 39,768 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 39,698 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 30,862 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 25,600 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 XGN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XGN, 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 XGN registered?

AG08 XGN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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