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VX08 LDV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

171,101 mi
Last recorded171,101 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 LDV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 171,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened vehicle components corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 171,101 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened vehicle components corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 162,605 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coverings swelling (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 162,605 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coverings swelling (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 151,191 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 151,191 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced in mirror housing (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge excessive wear/lumps (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed carcass splits/ply cords visible/excessive inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2018 137,394 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread depth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NO PATTERN ON INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread depth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 125,607 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 109,373 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 109,373 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 86,568 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Oct 2014 86,568 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 72,060 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 60,451 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 57,639 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 39,933 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VX08 LDV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 VX08 LDV, 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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VX08 LDV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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