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DG58 SPU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

246,454 mi
Last recorded246,454 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 SPU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 246,454 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 221,348 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT WISHBONE BUSH WORN

OFFSIDE FRONT ANTI ROLL BAR LINK WORN

Pass 5 Aug 2015 194,626 miles

front wishbone bushes worn

Pass 25 Feb 2015 163,686 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 136,519 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 115,251 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 84,517 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 73,391 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 73,391 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 59,899 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 59,899 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 44,268 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,268 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,268 miles

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

brakepipes obscured

Fail 29 Mar 2011 13,268 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

brakepipes obscured

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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DG58 SPU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DG58 SPU, 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

How do I check the history of DG58 SPU?

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What year was DG58 SPU registered?

DG58 SPU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 November 2008.

Is DG58 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 SPU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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