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DK08 GJG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

120,284 mi
Last recorded120,284 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 GJG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 120,284 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 120,284 miles

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 115,416 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 112,731 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 112,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 110,105 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 109,050 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 108,036 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 106,927 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 104,565 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 100,410 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 96,838 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 94,271 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 92,210 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 92,210 miles

Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 80,171 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 70,776 miles

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 cracks to both rear tyres on shoulders.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 57,747 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 46,790 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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DK08 GJG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DK08 GJG, 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 DK08 GJG registered?

DK08 GJG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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The MOT history for DK08 GJG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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