MOT Status
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233,931 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
offside front outer door handle worn
rear suspension corroded
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear brake disc has over heated new pads fitted
both rear shock absorber shrouds insecure
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (a))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
2 bulbs not working in centre rear stop lamp.
Slight play in both front suspension arm rear bushes.
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
2 bulbs not working in centre rear stop lamp.
Slight play in both front suspension arm rear bushes.
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt
child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt
Small nail in edge of offside rear tyre tread.
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HY57 XWH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 HY57 XWH, 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 HY57 XWH registered?
HY57 XWH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 January 2008.
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