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AK58 HCJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

208,271 mi
Last recorded208,271 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 HCJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 208,271 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Steering wheel position lamp is on.

Fail 8 Jun 2015 208,229 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2015 193,529 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 154,616 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 79,727 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 69,105 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres stepping out on inner edges (offside heavily)

front brake discs slightly worn

offside front tyre wearing low (3mm)

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,409 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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AK58 HCJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK58 HCJ, 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 HCJ registered?

AK58 HCJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is AK58 HCJ safe to buy?

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