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SJ08 SVU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

250,393 mi
Last recorded250,393 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 SVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2016 250,393 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 227,054 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 200,565 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 168,608 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 159,089 miles

Boot lid inner panel missing

Knocking noise when turning full lock

O/S/R tyre scrubbed on inner edge

brake wear light on at dash

Pass 5 Mar 2012 143,790 miles

Oil leak

pad wear light on

Fail 1 Mar 2012 143,405 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

brake warning light on

engine oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2011 125,727 miles

Boot lid cover missing

General vehicle tidyness

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S & N/S Sill Damage [front]

Oil down back off engine

Warning light on at dash

spare tyre soft

Pass 10 Mar 2011 106,069 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 86,753 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 71,347 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 57,932 miles

front brake imbalance just met 25./.

Pass 27 Mar 2009 41,411 miles

First aid kit [empty] requires plasters

N/S door mirror cover [ wrong colour ]

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

Rear window washer inopperative

Tarriff sheet missing

Pass 25 Sep 2008 20,589 miles

First aid kit & fire extinquisher missing

Taxi meter time 4mins slow

Taxi tarrif sheet missing

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 SVU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SVU, 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

How do I check the history of SJ08 SVU?

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What year was SJ08 SVU registered?

SJ08 SVU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is SJ08 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 SVU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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