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SH08 GCX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,152 mi
Last recorded123,152 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 GCX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 123,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle undersealed rear axle and suspension components

Pass 10 Nov 2021 121,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential nearside output shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Fail 9 Nov 2021 121,616 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system ferrule to calliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential nearside output shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 17 Sep 2020 117,937 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 108,006 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 101,654 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 98,846 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 98,842 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 94,207 miles

Engine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)

Underbody Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Underbody Components

Pass 25 Apr 2015 88,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 81,951 miles

smoke meter not triggered (low emitter)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 75,505 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 69,693 miles

Nearside Rear 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 3 Mar 2011 53,967 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 53,967 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SH08 GCX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH08 GCX, 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 SH08 GCX registered?

SH08 GCX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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