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VEZ 1589

2008 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,578 mi
Last recorded160,578 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 1589
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Elegance TDI
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 160,578 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 158,957 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 146,750 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 146,707 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 133,612 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 113,897 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 107,068 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 106,917 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 100,155 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI?

Based on 1,866 MOT tests across 450 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
8,541
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
450
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Registration plate lamp not working 7
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
brake disc excessively pitted 6
brake binding 5
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VEZ 1589 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEZ 1589, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEZ 1589?

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What year was VEZ 1589 registered?

VEZ 1589 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is VEZ 1589 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 1589 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEZ 1589 have outstanding finance?

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