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PX08 TEV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

267,315 mi
Last recorded267,315 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 TEV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 267,315 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 220,606 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 173,963 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 173,883 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 150,069 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 150,069 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 149,812 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 99,615 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 39,432 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 39,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 37,357 miles

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

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

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

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 TEV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TEV, 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 TEV registered?

PX08 TEV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PX08 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 TEV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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