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AN08 DXA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,173 mi
Last recorded192,173 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 DXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 192,173 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 144,759 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 105,440 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 8 Nov 2016 105,440 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 19 May 2015 61,311 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,816 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 54,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2013 47,233 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 39,369 miles

o/s/r tyre badly worn on inner edge ( no cords showing at time of test )

Fail 15 May 2012 39,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/r tyre badly worn on inner edge ( no cords showing at time of test )

Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,266 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 33,266 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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AN08 DXA 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 66.7%.

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 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 AN08 DXA, 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 AN08 DXA registered?

AN08 DXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AN08 DXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 DXA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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