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SP08 XLL

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

233,763 mi
Last recorded233,763 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 XLL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 233,763 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 233,740 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 219,345 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak's at engine

Fail 25 Mar 2014 219,330 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak's at engine

Power steering pipe loose at front of engine

Pass 20 Mar 2013 191,104 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 166,236 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 11,499 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 11,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 71,120 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 71,100 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2009 43,980 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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SP08 XLL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SP08 XLL, 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 SP08 XLL registered?

SP08 XLL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is SP08 XLL safe to buy?

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