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WD08 NVW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,388 mi
Last recorded69,388 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD08 NVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 69,388 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 69,388 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 67,677 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 65,224 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 62,440 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

offside handbrake cable starting to deteriorate

Pass 24 Feb 2022 61,454 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 58,866 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 57,742 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 53,599 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 53,599 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 50,193 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 46,555 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 43,262 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 40,629 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 35,048 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 30,695 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2012 26,831 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 26,831 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 22,878 miles

nearside and offside front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

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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WD08 NVW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WD08 NVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WD08 NVW?

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What year was WD08 NVW registered?

WD08 NVW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 August 2008.

Is WD08 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD08 NVW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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