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FV08 HVY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,812 mi
Last recorded90,812 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 HVY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 90,812 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 81,148 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High Level (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 81,148 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High Level (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 72,336 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 72,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 60,392 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 47,800 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 36,866 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 8 May 2012 27,553 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 17,595 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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FV08 HVY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV08 HVY, 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 FV08 HVY registered?

FV08 HVY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is FV08 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 HVY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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