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SY58 LCN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

164,183 mi
Last recorded164,183 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 LCN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 164,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 156,225 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 148,277 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

undercarrage including various suspension components corroded

undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

Fail 30 Sep 2021 148,011 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

undercarrage including various suspension components corroded

undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

Pass 24 Sep 2020 138,455 miles

Central Exhaust clamp deteriorated

Engine and under-trays fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

Undercarriage and various brake components corroded

Various suspension components corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2020 138,178 miles

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

Central Exhaust clamp deteriorated

Engine and under-trays fitted as standard obscuring various testable components

Undercarriage and various brake components corroded

Various suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2019 129,633 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 120,203 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 113,573 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 105,294 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 105,262 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 96,127 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some areas

Pass 15 Aug 2014 87,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 75,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2012 62,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Aug 2012 62,028 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2011 47,267 miles

Rear discs pitted and scored.

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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SY58 LCN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SY58 LCN, 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 SY58 LCN registered?

SY58 LCN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is SY58 LCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 LCN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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