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GL57 TKO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 TKO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021
Pass 14 Jan 2020

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 13 Jan 2020

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2018
Pass 17 Jan 2018
Pass 8 Jan 2017 151,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 140,925 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2015 120,374 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 120,026 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 92,716 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 927,165 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 71,630 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 34,446 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 54,463 miles

both rear tyres stepped on the inner edge

front brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2011 34,556 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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GL57 TKO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TKO, 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 GL57 TKO registered?

GL57 TKO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is GL57 TKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 TKO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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