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MV57 HGG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,138 mi
Last recorded120,138 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 HGG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 120,138 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside and nearside front tyres getting low on tread

Fail 4 Jan 2017 119,866 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside and nearside front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 15 Jan 2016 111,023 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 96,205 miles

damage on nearside outer sill

front brake pads worn low

front number plate deteriorated

slight wear in rear brake discs

stonechip in windscreen outside zone 'A'

unable to test emissions (throttle limited)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 80,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

Pass 17 Jan 2013 67,739 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 54,432 miles

nearside front wheel inner rim damaged

Pass 15 Dec 2010 33,705 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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MV57 HGG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MV57 HGG, 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 MV57 HGG registered?

MV57 HGG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is MV57 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 HGG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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