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HY08 SVZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,755 mi
Last recorded177,755 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 SVZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 177,755 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 165,146 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 150,157 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 134,289 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged sharp edge

Offside Front close to limit 3mm

Offside Rear tyre inner side worn

Fail 3 Feb 2016 134,289 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged sharp edge

Offside Front close to limit 3mm

Offside Rear tyre inner side worn

Pass 26 Feb 2015 109,485 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 98,101 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front fog lamp damaged

Fail 1 Mar 2014 98,101 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside front fog lamp damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2013 73,494 miles

both rear tyres going out of shape

Pass 30 Mar 2012 59,422 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2011 45,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,259 miles

Oil leak

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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HY08 SVZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HY08 SVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY08 SVZ registered?

HY08 SVZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HY08 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 SVZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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