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LNZ 5381

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

238,304 mi
Last recorded238,304 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNZ 5381
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 238,304 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively alternator belt cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 225,351 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 220,866 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 208,098 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 189,260 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

bonnet release catch stiff

both front sills crushed and staring to split at front

turbo boost pipe not fully clipped in

Fail 27 Dec 2017 189,244 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

bonnet release catch stiff

both front sills crushed and staring to split at front

turbo boost pipe not fully clipped in

Pass 23 Dec 2016 167,025 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 145,944 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 145,934 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 128,843 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 128,785 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2014 110,886 miles

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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LNZ 5381 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc 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 LNZ 5381, 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 LNZ 5381 registered?

LNZ 5381 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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