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SJ08 NHM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,853 mi
Last recorded176,853 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 NHM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 176,853 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

damage to offside rear quarter panel, tailgate & rear bumper

stone chips to windscreen

Fail 22 Feb 2012 176,441 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

damage to offside rear quarter panel, tailgate & rear bumper

stone chips to windscreen

Pass 1 Mar 2011 133,232 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside door mirror glass cracked but not seriously affecting rear view

windscreen chipped in various places

Pass 26 Feb 2010 90,265 miles

drivers door mirror glass cracked but not seriously affecting rear view

various small stone chips on windscreen

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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SJ08 NHM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ08 NHM, 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 SJ08 NHM registered?

SJ08 NHM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SJ08 NHM safe to buy?

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