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LX08 ZYE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,067 mi
Last recorded101,067 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 ZYE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 101,067 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 101,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 93,096 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 91,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 90,118 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop cover broken

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 87,182 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 81,062 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 77,742 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 73,824 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 68,144 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 62,840 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,963 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 51,878 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 45,998 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 41,139 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 32,708 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 32,781 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 25,410 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 ZYE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZYE, 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 ZYE registered?

LX08 ZYE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LX08 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 ZYE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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