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OY08 XVJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

63,107 mi
Last recorded63,107 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 XVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 63,107 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 62,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 61,383 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 61,373 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2020 60,155 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 58,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 56,540 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 56,537 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 45,264 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 42,582 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 39,459 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 34,937 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 27,371 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 22,144 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 16,395 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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OY08 XVJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OY08 XVJ, 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 OY08 XVJ registered?

OY08 XVJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is OY08 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 XVJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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