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EX58 VXT

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

234,818 mi
Last recorded234,818 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 VXT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 234,818 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edges

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2015 210,874 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

oil leak inder engine

Fail 25 Nov 2015 210,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak inder engine

Pass 27 May 2015 189,226 miles

O/S/F tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 26 May 2015 189,085 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

O/S/F tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 2 Dec 2014 162,042 miles

N/S DOOR ID MISSING FIT AT HACKNEY OFFICE

Fail 18 Nov 2014 161,044 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 20 May 2014 142,947 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 192,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 124,626 miles

Oil dampness at intercooler radiator

Pass 14 May 2013 106,734 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 88,271 miles

airbag w/l stays on

Pass 18 May 2012 73,261 miles

cut n/s/r tyre on road surface

oil seepage at turbo area

Pass 24 Nov 2011 58,456 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 56,344 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)

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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EX58 VXT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 EX58 VXT, 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 EX58 VXT registered?

EX58 VXT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is EX58 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 VXT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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