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HK08 MZT

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

183,574 mi
Last recorded183,574 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 MZT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 183,574 miles

Offside Front SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN HEAD LAMP

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

Fail 2 Feb 2016 183,574 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN HEAD LAMP

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

Fail 29 Jan 2015 179,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 179,160 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 135,400 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 133,312 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 94,908 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 63,854 miles

ADVISE CORROSION ON DISCS

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 63,854 miles

ADVISE CORROSION ON DISCS

Pass 6 Oct 2009 47,100 miles

front wiper blades slightly smear the windscreen

Pass 18 Nov 2008 16,532 miles

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

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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HK08 MZT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 HK08 MZT, 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 HK08 MZT registered?

HK08 MZT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is HK08 MZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 MZT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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