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FH08 HXW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

262,086 mi
Last recorded262,086 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 HXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 262,086 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 262,086 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 252,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scubbed on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scubbed on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 252,392 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scubbed on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit scubbed on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 232,625 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 232,625 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 204,857 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 11 Sep 2014 173,594 miles

engine has bad oil leak

osr tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Sep 2014 173,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine has bad oil leak

osr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2014 143,995 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 53,071 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 27 Jun 2012 52,555 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)

Oil leak

Tyre Pressure Warning Lamp On

Pass 15 Aug 2011 33,901 miles

Front disc worn, and pads getting low

Wipers need renewing

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 HXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HXW, 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 HXW registered?

FH08 HXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is FH08 HXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 HXW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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