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AK58 HCY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,250 mi
Last recorded135,250 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 135,250 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 135,248 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 119,079 miles

covers fitted

front bothsides tyres getting low

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 22 Feb 2017 119,070 miles

Emissions not tested ex smoke (7.3.A.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

covers fitted

front bothsides tyres getting low

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 1 Sep 2016 101,829 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 85,094 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 65,066 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 50,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2014 47,580 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 41,065 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 35,199 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,533 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 HCY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HCY, 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 HCY registered?

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

Is AK58 HCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 HCY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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