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SH08 XXZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,895 mi
Last recorded202,895 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 XXZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2019 202,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

WINDSCREEN HAS SMALL CRACK. IT MAY TRAVEL

Pass 6 Oct 2018 186,027 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 186,021 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 171,384 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 140,825 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 110,267 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 92,065 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 79,445 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 67,215 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 XXZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XXZ, 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 XXZ registered?

SH08 XXZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is SH08 XXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 XXZ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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