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GF08 WOA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,436 mi
Last recorded215,436 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 WOA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 215,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 204,665 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 190,808 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 178,593 miles

Rear shock absorber bump stops showing signs of wear

Fail 25 May 2016 178,593 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear shock absorber bump stops showing signs of wear

Pass 21 May 2015 162,611 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 140,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 140,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 116,998 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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)

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

Pass 28 May 2012 94,707 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 70,634 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 WOA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WOA, 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 WOA registered?

GF08 WOA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is GF08 WOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 WOA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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