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SG08 ASX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

320,201 mi
Last recorded320,201 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 ASX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 320,201 miles

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)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 295,243 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 277,531 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 250,892 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 250,882 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 233,704 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 233,704 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Feb 2013 209,710 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 209,710 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 188,130 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 168,146 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 145,089 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 145,089 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 122,312 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 122,302 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 102,934 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 82,326 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 65,456 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 65,456 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 45,805 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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SG08 ASX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SG08 ASX, 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 SG08 ASX registered?

SG08 ASX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SG08 ASX safe to buy?

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