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AG08 XHS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

183,973 mi
Last recorded183,973 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 XHS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 183,973 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 178,504 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 148,287 miles

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

Front Slight play inner steering joint(s)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 116,800 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 116,612 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 91,999 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 90,681 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

offside rear light lence cracked

Pass 6 Apr 2013 62,401 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 44,229 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,792 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 XHS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XHS, 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 XHS registered?

AG08 XHS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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