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SB08 XMT

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

202,756 mi
Last recorded202,756 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XMT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 202,756 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 191,347 miles

Air intake cover missing

Bulb failure lamp illuminated

Pass 19 Sep 2015 166,045 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 134,509 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 104,945 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 73,649 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 72,383 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

all brake discs worn/pitted

both headlight aims on upper limit

one rear side light out of 4 on nearside inopp

Fail 1 Jun 2012 72,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

all brake discs worn/pitted

both headlight aims on upper limit

one rear side light out of 4 on nearside inopp

Pass 28 Jun 2011 50,340 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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SB08 XMT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SB08 XMT, 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 SB08 XMT registered?

SB08 XMT is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is SB08 XMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 XMT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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