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GF08 DVL

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,916 mi
Last recorded124,916 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 DVL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 124,916 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 117,514 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 106,816 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 98,329 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 84,350 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 78,308 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 38,136 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 31,824 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 31,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 17,158 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 DVL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DVL, 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 GF08 DVL registered?

GF08 DVL is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GF08 DVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 DVL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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