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FH57 XER

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,500 mi
Last recorded161,500 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 XER
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 161,500 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 161,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 156,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 146,258 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f outer cv gaiters split

temp light on dash

Pass 11 Jan 2021 138,633 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 133,297 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 133,297 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 121,854 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 111,843 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 103,458 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 92,950 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 82,564 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 70,310 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 58,966 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 41,005 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 266,227 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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FH57 XER is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FH57 XER, 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 FH57 XER registered?

FH57 XER is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is FH57 XER safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 XER shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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