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DG08 HXH

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

175,945 mi
Last recorded175,945 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 HXH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 175,945 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 168,495 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 161,229 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 152,625 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 144,494 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 138,998 miles

Front Inner 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 130,934 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lagging in operation (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 125,223 miles

Zero Emissions at time of test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre getting close to limit

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 120,539 miles

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

Zero emissions at time of test

Pass 24 Feb 2016 105,921 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 98,782 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 98,782 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 88,529 miles

both rear bump stops are starting to perish.

Pass 16 Feb 2013 76,542 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 64,845 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 54,445 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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DG08 HXH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DG08 HXH, 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 DG08 HXH registered?

DG08 HXH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 HXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 HXH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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