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AO08 TXV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

265,703 mi
Last recorded265,703 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 TXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 265,703 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 232,863 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 232,863 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 180,574 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 130,733 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 101,800 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 92,500 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear shock absorber buffer split

Nearside rear side light came on when tapped

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 65,561 miles

nsr tyre previous punc repair

Fail 22 Mar 2011 65,561 miles

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

nsr tyre previous punc repair

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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AO08 TXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AO08 TXV, 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 AO08 TXV registered?

AO08 TXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 TXV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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