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DA08 DVX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,167 mi
Last recorded51,167 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 DVX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 51,167 miles

Front front lower arm bushes starting to split

Offside Rear tyre near limit

Rear brake pipes rusting on parts

Pass 4 Feb 2025 46,713 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 41,337 miles

Front pads low

Rear pads low

Pass 15 Feb 2023 38,556 miles

Front both front lower arm rear bushes starting to crack

Rear brake pads getting near limit

Pass 18 May 2022 34,938 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 28,546 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 28,546 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 May 2021 28,546 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 26,993 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 24,748 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 24,748 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 22,960 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 22,960 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 19,570 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)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 19,570 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 13 Jun 2016 16,777 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 13,405 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 11,632 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,974 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,354 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 6,895 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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DA08 DVX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DA08 DVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA08 DVX registered?

DA08 DVX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DA08 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 DVX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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