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NL58 NWG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,414 mi
Last recorded139,414 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL58 NWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 139,414 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 131,488 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

factory fitted under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Jul 2023 131,488 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40 percent (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

factory fitted under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jun 2022 122,835 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 122,835 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 115,899 miles

Nearside Rear reflecting surface slightly defective or damaged

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 108,532 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin On Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 108,528 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin On Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 108,499 miles

Brake performance not tested may cause damage to car / or equipment (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake modification unsafe brake backing plate cable tied on (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working stop and tail , same bulb as in brake light defect (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface 10% (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working blb566 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 96,942 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 96,942 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear door (3.3 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 83,656 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 83,627 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 72,630 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 57,934 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 55,519 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 48,141 miles

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

front bottom arm rear bushes starting to crack

unable to fully see underside of vehicle due to covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2014 48,141 miles

front bottom arm rear bushes starting to crack

unable to fully see underside of vehicle due to covers fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2013 40,136 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 32,350 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 24,636 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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NL58 NWG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NL58 NWG, 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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NL58 NWG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 December 2008.

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