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DG08 HXN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,052 mi
Last recorded61,052 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 HXN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 61,052 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 61,050 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 60,069 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 57,882 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 57,882 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 55,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 inner tread uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 inner tread uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 53,668 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 53,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 51,549 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2021 51,549 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 49,424 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 46,472 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 43,245 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 38,394 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 37,364 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 33,440 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 28,226 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 23,066 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 23,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 19,809 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 13,774 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 8,509 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 HXN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HXN, 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 DG08 HXN registered?

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

Is DG08 HXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 HXN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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