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SH08 GDA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

411,309 mi
Last recorded411,309 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 GDA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 411,309 miles

Nearside inner rack arm

Pass 7 May 2016 370,232 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 317,525 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 May 2015 317,525 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 May 2014 268,700 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 214,279 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 214,279 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 181,296 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 147,058 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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SH08 GDA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GDA, 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 GDA registered?

SH08 GDA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is SH08 GDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 GDA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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