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PX08 SYC

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

127,643 mi
Last recorded127,643 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 SYC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 127,643 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 120,625 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 115,282 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 103,493 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 93,773 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 93,773 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 89,633 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 89,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 79,559 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 70,493 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

some engine/under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some engine/under body components

Pass 27 Jul 2017 69,123 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2016 66,817 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 23 Dec 2015 64,579 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 64,575 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 59,750 miles

Both rear shocker bump stops incomplete

Fail 22 Dec 2014 59,747 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both rear shocker bump stops incomplete

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 54,623 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 46,387 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,745 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 36,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 24,466 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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PX08 SYC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PX08 SYC, 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 PX08 SYC registered?

PX08 SYC is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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The MOT history for PX08 SYC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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