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OE08 HBC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

187,881 mi
Last recorded187,881 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 HBC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 187,881 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 169,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 158,319 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 143,184 miles

Both rear tyres tread distorted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear lamp cluster damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 143,184 miles

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

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

Both rear tyres tread distorted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear lamp cluster damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 129,682 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 101,439 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

head light woshers not working ( not H.I.D)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 69,940 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 43,368 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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OE08 HBC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 OE08 HBC, 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 OE08 HBC registered?

OE08 HBC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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