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AG08 GXA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,086 mi
Last recorded148,086 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 GXA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 148,086 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2021 148,086 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 131,011 miles

child seats fitted n/s/f and n/s/r making belt check difficult

undercovers fitted making inspection difficult

Fail 27 Jun 2019 131,011 miles

Offside Side repeater not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

child seats fitted n/s/f and n/s/r making belt check difficult

undercovers fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 9 Jul 2018 121,907 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt underbody and engine shield fitted ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully view inner rear brake pads

underbody and engine shield fitted

underbody engine shield not fully secured

Pass 17 Jul 2017 111,548 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

unable to fully view inner rear brake pads due to vehicle design

underbody and engine shields fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 101,466 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine and underbody shields fitted

unable to fully view inner rear brake pads due to vehicle design

Pass 2 Jul 2015 90,669 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 78,087 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 63,131 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 45,766 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,263 miles

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

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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AG08 GXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AG08 GXA, 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 AG08 GXA registered?

AG08 GXA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AG08 GXA safe to buy?

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