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CX08 XPY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,332 mi
Last recorded155,332 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 XPY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 155,332 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 152,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 150,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 148,329 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Towbar component slightly damaged electrical sockets (6.1.6 (a))

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 21 Feb 2023 148,329 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Towbar component slightly damaged electrical sockets (6.1.6 (a))

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 16 Feb 2022 140,425 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 131,678 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated socket covers missing (4.10 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 13 Feb 2021 131,678 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated socket covers missing (4.10 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 8 Feb 2020 123,807 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

bonnet catch stiff

Pass 20 Feb 2019 119,983 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 119,982 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 109,536 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 99,186 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 88,485 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 79,939 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 72,160 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)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 61,971 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 51,318 miles

fog light not working on toe bar

Pass 21 Mar 2011 42,543 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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CX08 XPY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CX08 XPY, 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 CX08 XPY registered?

CX08 XPY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is CX08 XPY safe to buy?

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