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SH08 XKK

2008 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

201,813 mi
Last recorded201,813 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 XKK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 201,813 miles

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

front sub fram damaged

Pass 21 Mar 2013 167,624 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 167,624 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 143,671 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 143,671 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 112,600 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 112,600 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 XKK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SH08 XKK, 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 XKK registered?

SH08 XKK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is SH08 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 XKK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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