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BF58 LXR

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

246,776 mi
Last recorded246,776 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 LXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 246,776 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2016 224,023 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 224,023 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 199,496 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 187,700 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 169,298 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 167,300 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)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 151,679 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 145,356 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 145,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 126,237 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 110,139 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 109,718 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 82,013 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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BF58 LXR 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 BF58 LXR, 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 BF58 LXR registered?

BF58 LXR is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is BF58 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 LXR 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.

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