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HN08 LCW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

130,848 mi
Last recorded130,848 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 LCW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 130,848 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 125,841 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 120,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 114,833 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 108,297 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,169 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 91,559 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 83,499 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 76,608 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,190 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 61,382 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 54,436 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 46,972 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 38,825 miles

floor pans covered

front brake discs ridged

Fail 3 Jun 2011 27,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,734 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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HN08 LCW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HN08 LCW, 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 HN08 LCW registered?

HN08 LCW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is HN08 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 LCW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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