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GF08 DDV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

186,806 mi
Last recorded186,806 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 DDV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2025 186,806 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all becoming perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tyre pressure lamp illuminated

Pass 27 Nov 2024 177,882 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 170,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 163,780 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 157,076 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 154,036 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Suspension bump stops detached

Rear Tyres unevenly worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Nov 2019 147,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth just under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear tyre feathered on inner edge of tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth just under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 147,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth just under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear tyre feathered on inner edge of tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth just under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 138,341 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 129,825 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 117,829 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 117,829 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 105,524 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 92,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2014 78,333 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 66,366 miles

n/s/r tyre going out of shape

Pass 24 Mar 2012 53,255 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 40,645 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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GF08 DDV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc 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 GF08 DDV, 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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GF08 DDV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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