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AM08 LXA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,234 mi
Last recorded131,234 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 LXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 131,234 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 100,106 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 100,106 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 May 2011 70,139 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

tyre o/s rear inner worn very unevenly

Pass 4 May 2011 70,139 miles

tyre o/s rear inner worn very unevenly

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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AM08 LXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AM08 LXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM08 LXA?

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What year was AM08 LXA registered?

AM08 LXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is AM08 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 LXA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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