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AM08 LXC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,320 mi
Last recorded57,320 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 LXC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 57,320 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 53,352 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 50,724 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 48,810 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 48,810 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 45,537 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Sep 2017 38,905 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 34,710 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 30,953 miles

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

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

front tyres tread starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,953 miles

front tyres tread starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 22 Aug 2014 28,158 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 25,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

service light on

Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,863 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 20,411 miles

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

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

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 LXC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 AM08 LXC, 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

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What year was AM08 LXC registered?

AM08 LXC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AM08 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 LXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM08 LXC have outstanding finance?

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