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WD08 OHG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

189,227 mi
Last recorded189,227 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD08 OHG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 189,227 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 178,122 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 159,359 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 147,901 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to rear suspension conponants [due to vehicle not used]

under covers obscuring testable componants

Fail 23 Nov 2022 147,898 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to rear suspension conponants [due to vehicle not used]

under covers obscuring testable componants

Pass 24 Jul 2021 146,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer sill has damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine management light on

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2020 134,465 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear shock absorber dust covers are insecure

both rear tyre are wearing on inner edges

some wear and pitting to both front brake discs

Fail 20 Jun 2020 134,465 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

both rear shock absorber dust covers are insecure

both rear tyre are wearing on inner edges

some wear and pitting to both front brake discs

Pass 22 May 2019 124,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear shock covers detached

Pass 10 May 2018 114,325 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber cover detached

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

under covers obscuring componants

Pass 18 May 2017 105,285 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre suggest replacement of both rear tyres ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit below on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 98,765 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber cover insecure

both rear tyres below limit on inner edges

under covers obscuring componants

Pass 19 May 2015 79,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 63,030 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 49,566 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 39,963 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2012 39,963 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2011 32,160 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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WD08 OHG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WD08 OHG, 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 WD08 OHG registered?

WD08 OHG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is WD08 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD08 OHG shows 18 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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