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LX08 XMC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,528 mi
Last recorded152,528 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 XMC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 152,528 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 136,664 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 114,999 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 87,501 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 56,900 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 35,748 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 35,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 34,493 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 31,219 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 29,042 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 25,649 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 21,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 18,689 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,094 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 12,705 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 9,388 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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LX08 XMC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX08 XMC, 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 LX08 XMC registered?

LX08 XMC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LX08 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 XMC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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