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HX08 FEK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

147,866 mi
Last recorded147,866 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 FEK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 147,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm (4.1.E.1)

brake pad wear indicator is illuminated but all brake pads are good

rear shock absorber bump stops are perished but not demend excesive

Fail 10 May 2016 147,866 miles

brake pad wear indicator is illuminated but all brake pads are good

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear shock absorber bump stops are perished but not demend excesive

Pass 18 May 2015 133,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 May 2015 133,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2014 121,715 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2014 121,654 miles

Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 96,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 74,544 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 74,337 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 47,856 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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HX08 FEK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HX08 FEK, 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 HX08 FEK registered?

HX08 FEK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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