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AG58 LTJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

230,191 mi
Last recorded230,191 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 LTJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 230,191 miles

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

Oil leak further investigation required

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2019 230,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords displayed inner (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak further investigation required

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 212,121 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 195,982 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 195,030 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke 2.06 (7.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance bulb dim (1.3.2d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 186,876 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 186,876 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 164,356 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 134,371 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 134,371 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 106,207 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 106,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 105,944 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 76,725 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,426 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 24,447 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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AG58 LTJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc 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 AG58 LTJ, 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 AG58 LTJ registered?

AG58 LTJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 October 2008.

Is AG58 LTJ safe to buy?

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