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SG58 XEF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,186 mi
Last recorded49,186 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 XEF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 49,186 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 49,186 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 39,412 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,412 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 30,232 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 20,518 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 20,156 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 17,938 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,006 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 14,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2011 10,171 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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SG58 XEF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SG58 XEF, 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 SG58 XEF registered?

SG58 XEF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is SG58 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG58 XEF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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