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HT08 DXW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

171,320 mi
Last recorded171,320 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 DXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 171,320 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close inner edge and going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

chip in windscreen

Pass 15 Oct 2024 164,142 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

stonechip in front screen

Pass 27 Oct 2023 158,631 miles

nearside outer cv gaiter perishing

stonechip in front screen

Pass 7 Oct 2022 148,624 miles

stone chip in front screen

Pass 29 Oct 2021 141,399 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 15 Oct 2020 132,468 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 132,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 122,908 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 113,569 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 105,034 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 90,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & very low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre perished & worn on outer edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & very low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2015 76,961 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 64,246 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 64,246 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 54,719 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 44,600 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 35,239 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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HT08 DXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HT08 DXW, 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 HT08 DXW registered?

HT08 DXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 August 2008.

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