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SJ58 XLS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

182,642 mi
Last recorded182,642 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 XLS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 182,642 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 168,417 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2017 168,417 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 143,125 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2015 117,847 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2015 117,847 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 90,114 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 62,998 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 62,998 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 39,033 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 39,033 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SJ58 XLS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SJ58 XLS, 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 SJ58 XLS registered?

SJ58 XLS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is SJ58 XLS safe to buy?

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