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EX08 AXV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

82,908 mi
Last recorded82,908 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 AXV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 82,908 miles

front wipers poor

Pass 7 Mar 2024 80,844 miles

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

Front wipers poor/judder

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Mar 2024 80,844 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front wipers poor/judder

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 78,253 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 76,587 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 74,755 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 73,925 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 70,656 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 67,147 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 63,223 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 57,994 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 51,089 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 44,183 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 37,791 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 30,931 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 22,869 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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EX08 AXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc 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 EX08 AXV, 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 EX08 AXV registered?

EX08 AXV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is EX08 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 AXV 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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