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HV08 YKO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

165,801 mi
Last recorded165,801 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 YKO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 165,801 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 152,972 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 142,230 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 132,315 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 121,690 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 109,508 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 109,508 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 99,505 miles

Corrosion on front discs inner face

Front brake pads appear low

Fail 27 Mar 2017 99,505 miles

Corrosion on front discs inner face

Front brake pads appear low

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 90,535 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 83,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Bonnet stay securing clip missing.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2015 83,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Bonnet stay securing clip missing.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2014 74,787 miles

Both rear tyres are unevenly worn around the inner edge of the tyre tread

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 74,787 miles

Both rear tyres are unevenly worn around the inner edge of the tyre tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 61,234 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 61,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 49,554 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,171 miles

front wiper blades are starting to smeer

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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HV08 YKO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 HV08 YKO, 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 HV08 YKO registered?

HV08 YKO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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