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FH08 DMV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,088 mi
Last recorded162,088 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 DMV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 162,088 miles

Wiper blades poor condition

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 153,580 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2019 153,580 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 142,527 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 142,527 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 128,973 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 108,543 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 108,541 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear tyre perished and worn

oil level low

Pass 1 Jun 2015 90,377 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 73,873 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 61,679 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 50,893 miles

off side rear tyre cut sidewall

Fail 7 Jul 2012 50,781 miles

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

offside rear tyre cut sidewall

Pass 15 Jul 2011 46,210 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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FH08 DMV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FH08 DMV, 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 FH08 DMV registered?

FH08 DMV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is FH08 DMV safe to buy?

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