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SJ08 SZX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

262,991 mi
Last recorded262,991 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 SZX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 262,991 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 248,322 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 243,345 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 237,162 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside wiper arm fitted incorrectly & running across pillar

Pass 17 Sep 2013 201,204 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 201,204 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 164,706 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 147,379 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 113,142 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split

Fail 16 Sep 2010 112,697 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split

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 SZX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SJ08 SZX, 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 SJ08 SZX registered?

SJ08 SZX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is SJ08 SZX safe to buy?

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