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FX57 LMK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,308 mi
Last recorded143,308 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 LMK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 143,308 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 131,203 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect borderline (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2020 116,943 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 116,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 113,706 miles

nearside and offside front tyre edge wear

Pass 2 Aug 2018 108,351 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 99,836 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 90,596 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 80,228 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 71,774 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 71,774 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 59,718 miles

Both rear tyres are getting close to the legal limit(3mm)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 48,853 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 36,129 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 30,314 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FX57 LMK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FX57 LMK, 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 FX57 LMK registered?

FX57 LMK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is FX57 LMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX57 LMK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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