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SN08 SGX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

310,537 mi
Last recorded310,537 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 SGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2020 310,537 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 310,537 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 275,339 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 244,878 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 215,259 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 177,345 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 138,426 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 138,096 miles

Nearside 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 89,813 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 40,390 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2012 35,014 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 27,070 miles

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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SN08 SGX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SN08 SGX, 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 SN08 SGX registered?

SN08 SGX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is SN08 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 SGX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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