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SE08 MXG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

246,200 mi
Last recorded246,200 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 MXG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 246,200 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 246,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 217,610 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 217,610 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 181,366 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 153,591 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 116,588 miles

oil leak-o/s wing mirror slightly cracked-n/s/r wheel slightly binding-o/s/f sill slightly distorted-steering rack play-o/s/f indicator lens has slight movement

Pass 23 Jul 2013 78,080 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 78,080 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 47,843 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 47,843 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 33,445 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 33,445 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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SE08 MXG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SE08 MXG, 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 SE08 MXG registered?

SE08 MXG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is SE08 MXG safe to buy?

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