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SH08 HYV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

267,348 mi
Last recorded267,348 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 HYV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 267,348 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 267,348 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 264,537 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 264,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 258,258 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 258,258 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 251,376 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 244,662 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 238,164 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 231,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 222,180 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 207,050 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 207,050 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 55,979 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 173,756 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 132,701 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 103,653 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 55,649 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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SH08 HYV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SH08 HYV, 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 SH08 HYV registered?

SH08 HYV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SH08 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 HYV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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