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PL08 HXO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

207,922 mi
Last recorded207,922 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 HXO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 207,922 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 207,919 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2021 200,483 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 196,903 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 188,544 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 172,503 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 155,341 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 135,299 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 117,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 101,022 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 87,534 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 73,110 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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PL08 HXO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc 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 PL08 HXO, 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 PL08 HXO registered?

PL08 HXO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is PL08 HXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 HXO 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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