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AG08 GYH

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests30 (24 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

214,860 mi
Last recorded214,860 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 GYH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

24 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 214,860 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 209,050 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 209,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 203,321 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 203,321 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 198,205 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 189,874 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 178,909 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 158,854 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2014 158,472 miles

Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 126,797 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 108,805 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 102,687 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 102,412 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 102,412 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 86,499 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 86,499 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 67,352 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 66,256 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 65,128 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 58,679 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 58,132 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 53,087 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 50,575 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 50,575 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 33,206 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 29,781 miles

nearside rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,471 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 15,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2009 15,770 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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AG08 GYH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GYH, 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 GYH registered?

AG08 GYH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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