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AK58 HBP

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

150,983 mi
Last recorded150,983 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 HBP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 150,983 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2020 134,736 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 134,736 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 116,693 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 116,520 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm mounting has an unsafe modification incorrect lower arm bolt (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 92,885 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 92,883 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 68,199 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 49,650 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 49,650 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 45,625 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 39,831 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 35,137 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 30,123 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 21,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside indidator repeater lens cracked

Pass 27 Sep 2011 21,802 miles

Nearside indidator repeater lens cracked

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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AK58 HBP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK58 HBP, 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 AK58 HBP registered?

AK58 HBP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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