CarVerify

Free Car Check

LG08 WFE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

195,565 mi
Last recorded195,565 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 WFE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 195,565 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 18 May 2016 183,627 miles

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

Offside Rear bumper losse

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

tyre presser worning light showing foult

Pass 15 Apr 2015 165,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure monitoring system warning light indicates a fault

Fail 14 Apr 2015 165,610 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure monitoring system warning light indicates a fault

Pass 15 Apr 2014 152,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre sidewall damaged and heavily scuffed

n/s rear tyre sidewall heavily scuffed

tyre pressure monitering system light indicates a fault

Fail 7 Apr 2014 152,459 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre sidewall damaged and heavily scuffed

n/s rear tyre sidewall heavily scuffed

tyre pressure monitering system light indicates a fault

Pass 29 Apr 2013 140,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning light indicates a fault

Fail 25 Apr 2013 140,441 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning light indicates a fault

Pass 17 Apr 2012 128,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre warning light on

Pass 11 May 2011 117,243 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 117,243 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

nearside front wing damaged

offside front shock damp

wipers getting smeary

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LG08 WFE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG08 WFE, 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

How do I check the history of LG08 WFE?

You can check the full history of LG08 WFE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LG08 WFE registered?

LG08 WFE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is LG08 WFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 WFE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG08 WFE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LG08 WFE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.