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FX58 GGV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,982 mi
Last recorded165,982 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 GGV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 165,982 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 154,736 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 144,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 144,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 136,462 miles

Both rear bump stops deteriorated.

Pass 3 Dec 2021 128,326 miles

Both rear bump stops deteriorated.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 121,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 115,439 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 115,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 106,562 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 106,562 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 99,828 miles

Nearside Front shock damp

Offside Front Outer c/v boot split and small clip no ingress of dirt

Pass 20 Dec 2016 88,856 miles

rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 24 Dec 2015 78,000 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 64,526 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2013 50,330 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 37,502 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyre worn edges

Pass 7 Dec 2011 26,452 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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FX58 GGV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FX58 GGV, 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 FX58 GGV registered?

FX58 GGV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is FX58 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 GGV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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