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FV08 ZBX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,385 mi
Last recorded73,385 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZBX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 73,385 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 70,180 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources One lamp not working on the left (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 70,177 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources One lamp not working on the left (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 63,331 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

coolant low

Pass 25 Jul 2023 52,628 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 50,892 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

unable to see base of rear springs

Pass 16 Jun 2021 50,583 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 49,940 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Jun 2019 47,513 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 44,488 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 41,402 miles

rear wash inop

Fail 23 Jun 2017 41,402 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear wash inop

Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,157 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 34,146 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 30,002 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 25,912 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,675 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,772 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 ZBX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZBX, 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 FV08 ZBX registered?

FV08 ZBX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FV08 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ZBX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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