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GL57 PCF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

215,435 mi
Last recorded215,435 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 PCF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 215,435 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general suspension and underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2021 208,239 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2020 200,164 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 178,428 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 178,191 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 172,183 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 172,181 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 166,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 162,336 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 156,891 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 154,762 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 148,911 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 148,798 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

n/s/r shock dustcover loose

rear fog light dim

Fail 14 Jan 2011 115,493 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear bump stops perishing

Pass 14 Jan 2011 115,493 miles

both rear bump stops perishing

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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GL57 PCF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GL57 PCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL57 PCF registered?

GL57 PCF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is GL57 PCF safe to buy?

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