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AM08 ZHZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

168,642 mi
Last recorded168,642 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 ZHZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 168,642 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 168,642 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 163,415 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 158,439 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Both rear coil springs corroded

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Nearside front cv boot leaking slightly

Pass 9 Mar 2016 153,146 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 140,405 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Mar 2014 118,475 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 118,475 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 97,211 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 73,907 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,907 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 55,752 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 39,332 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 30,343 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 17,757 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 17,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 17,074 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,743 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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AM08 ZHZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 ZHZ, 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 AM08 ZHZ registered?

AM08 ZHZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is AM08 ZHZ safe to buy?

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