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DA08 XPZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

142,055 mi
Last recorded142,055 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 XPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 142,055 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 140,786 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2023 130,541 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 124,885 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 124,884 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 117,081 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 109,468 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 109,468 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre worn close to limit on inside edge

Pass 2 Jul 2019 102,708 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 95,512 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing close and brake disc's are slightly lipped! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 82,827 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 71,205 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 59,473 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 50,676 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 40,338 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,619 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,354 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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DA08 XPZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DA08 XPZ, 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 DA08 XPZ registered?

DA08 XPZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 August 2008.

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