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OV08 EHW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,048 mi
Last recorded68,048 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 EHW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 68,048 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 65,485 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 63,500 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 59,987 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 56,152 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 52,428 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 30,860 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 7,229 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 78,398 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 153,794 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 21 Apr 2011 133,019 miles

Coolant leak from bottom radiator hose

Front number plate slight de-lamination

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

offside rear tyre has unrepairable puncture is on 3mm and worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Apr 2011 133,019 miles

Coolant leak from bottom radiator hose

Front number plate slight de-lamination

offside rear tyre has unrepairable puncture is on 3mm and worn on inner edge

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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OV08 EHW 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 91.7%.

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 OV08 EHW, 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 OV08 EHW registered?

OV08 EHW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is OV08 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 EHW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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