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DE68 XEA

2019 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,117 mi
Last recorded96,117 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2019 Skoda Octavia45,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE68 XEA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2019
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 96,117 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 82,008 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 67,217 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 67,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also very low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also getting very low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 47,993 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 47,993 miles

Emissions not tested lack of oil (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 31,543 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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DE68 XEA is a 2019 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2019 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 45,737 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE68 XEA, 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 7 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE68 XEA registered?

DE68 XEA is a 2019 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 January 2019.

Is DE68 XEA safe to buy?

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