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HX17 HBU

2017 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,693 mi
Last recorded85,693 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX17 HBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 85,693 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 77,006 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 76,998 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 76,997 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 76,116 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 76,116 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 66,340 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 55,510 miles

BOTH nearside & offside front tyres on 3mm tread depth (Legal iimit 1.6mm) inspect periodically 225/40/R18

Pass 6 Jun 2022 44,149 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 21 May 2021 32,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 18 worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 28,106 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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HX17 HBU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 HX17 HBU, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX17 HBU registered?

HX17 HBU is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 March 2017.

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