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HY57 XWH

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

233,931 mi
Last recorded233,931 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 XWH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 233,931 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 221,664 miles

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))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 221,664 miles

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))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 207,140 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 194,416 miles

offside front outer door handle worn

rear suspension corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2021 177,383 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 162,654 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 162,654 miles

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))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 144,784 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 144,783 miles

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))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 127,076 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 111,830 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 91,282 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 91,282 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 73,844 miles

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)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 66,325 miles

2 bulbs not working in centre rear stop lamp.

Slight play in both front suspension arm rear bushes.

Fail 6 Dec 2014 66,325 miles

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.

Pass 9 Dec 2013 58,413 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 47,720 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 12 Dec 2012 47,720 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 20 Dec 2011 38,144 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 30,180 miles

Small nail in edge of offside rear tyre tread.

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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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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