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GD08 SZX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,848 mi
Last recorded184,848 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 SZX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 184,848 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 184,848 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 173,065 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 160,406 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 148,795 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 136,110 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 124,819 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 112,445 miles

both rear shock absorber casings loose

Pass 14 Jul 2011 89,619 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 89,619 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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GD08 SZX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD08 SZX, 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.

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What year was GD08 SZX registered?

GD08 SZX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 August 2008.

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