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GF08 HJA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

265,603 mi
Last recorded265,603 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 HJA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 265,603 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 241,749 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 216,238 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 190,272 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 164,417 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 133,270 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 110,817 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 107,094 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 107,094 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 90,938 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak suspect gear box oil ()

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 73,872 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 59,233 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 55,796 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 49,724 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 42,529 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,966 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 34,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 27,260 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 27,107 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 HJA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HJA, 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 HJA registered?

GF08 HJA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is GF08 HJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 HJA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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