Yes, XBZ 71 is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 March 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for XBZ 71?

The MOT for XBZ 71 is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of XBZ 71?

The recorded mileage for XBZ 71 is 66,699 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is XBZ 71 ULEZ compliant?

No, XBZ 71 does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

2008 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · XBZ 71

XBZ 71

2008 Skoda Octavia (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 66,699 miles. MOT valid until 01/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model: SKODA OCTAVIA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Personal Export
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 01/03/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 66,699 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 01/03/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/03/2027

Mileage: 66,699 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2008
Engine: 1968cc

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XBZ 71 Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
66,699 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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XBZ 71 Mileage History

23/02/202364,856 mi
28/02/202465,729 mi+873 mi
18/02/202566,164 mi+435 mi
24/02/202666,697 mi+533 mi
02/03/202666,699 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 610 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

XBZ 71 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Sept 2026, 06:38

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Skoda Octavia (XBZ 71) between February 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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