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G23 JGH

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,317 mi
Last recorded128,317 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG23 JGH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 128,317 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 118,035 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 110,686 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 103,204 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 98,925 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 95,164 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 90,099 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 85,687 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 85,687 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Front Inner discs

Nearside Front Inner tie rod

Nearside Front inner arch

oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2015 76,278 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 66,035 miles

This vehicle passed the emission test, but readings to low to register on EGA Machine

Pass 17 Jan 2013 54,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

emmisions to low to register

Pass 11 Jan 2012 44,452 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Feb 2011 40,778 miles

Hand Brake leaver stiff

Fail 3 Feb 2011 40,773 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Hand Brake leaver stiff

Mill Light on

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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G23 JGH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G23 JGH, 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 G23 JGH registered?

G23 JGH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is G23 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G23 JGH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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