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SW08 GGV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

112,161 mi
Last recorded112,161 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 GGV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 112,161 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside headlamp dip beam dull

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

rear subframe and suspension arms badly corroded

some components corroded -badly

Pass 12 Oct 2022 111,035 miles

components badly corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2021 109,695 miles

brake hose ferrules corroded

ns front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear

warning lamp on

Pass 26 Oct 2020 108,030 miles

both rear tyres unevenly worn to limit on edge 2055516

brake hoses corroded

exhaust shields deteriorated

ns front to rear brake pipe corroded

outer sill corroded

some underbody and components corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2020 108,030 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

both rear tyres unevenly worn to limit on edge 2055516

brake hoses corroded

exhaust shields deteriorated

ns front to rear brake pipe corroded

outer sill corroded

some underbody and components corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2019 100,206 miles

both front tyres worn badly on edges and perished 2055516

osr roll bar link play

Pass 19 Jun 2018 93,385 miles

tyres worn inner edges

Fail 18 Jun 2018 93,385 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all tyres badly worn inner edges

Pass 12 Jun 2017 86,055 miles

slight play osr link

exhaust sleeve clamps badly corroded

nsf inner cv boot deteriorating

osr brake slight bind

Pass 9 Jun 2016 77,301 miles

exhaust sleeve clamps badly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2015 67,039 miles

rear brakes worn

rear tyres close to limit /worn edges 2055516

Pass 13 Jun 2014 56,842 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 45,656 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,307 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 30,207 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

one segment not working on high level brake light

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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SW08 GGV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SW08 GGV, 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 SW08 GGV registered?

SW08 GGV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is SW08 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 GGV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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