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SH58 ECV

2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

175,313 mi
Last recorded175,313 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH58 ECV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic TDI
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 175,313 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 220,462 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 170,122 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 170,122 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 169,082 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 169,081 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 111,471 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 111,469 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 61,843 miles

slight wear in steering rack

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic TDI?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 550 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
8,715
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
constant velocity joint gaiter split 32
Registration plate lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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SH58 ECV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH58 ECV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH58 ECV registered?

SH58 ECV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI, first registered on 10 November 2008.

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