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AN08 VXA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,700 mi
Last recorded55,700 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 VXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2026 55,700 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2026 55,686 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2025 55,073 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 54,473 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 53,917 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 52,465 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 51,575 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 51,058 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 48,594 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 46,385 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,462 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 42,192 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 39,990 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 39,965 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 36,804 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 33,512 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 29,773 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,176 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AN08 VXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AN08 VXA, 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 AN08 VXA registered?

AN08 VXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is AN08 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 VXA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AN08 VXA have outstanding finance?

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