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SH08 HXK

2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

310,176 mi
Last recorded310,176 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 HXK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic TDI
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 310,176 miles

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2013 310,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2012 267,495 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2012 267,495 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 223,488 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2011 223,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic TDI?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 550 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
8,715
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
constant velocity joint gaiter split 32
Registration plate lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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SH08 HXK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH08 HXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH08 HXK registered?

SH08 HXK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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