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BL57 XBO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

222,975 mi
Last recorded222,975 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 XBO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2016 222,975 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 198,311 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 168,348 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 143,046 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 114,432 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 82,919 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 56,007 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,738 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 148 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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BL57 XBO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL57 XBO, 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 BL57 XBO registered?

BL57 XBO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is BL57 XBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 XBO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL57 XBO have outstanding finance?

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