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WG08 GBX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,226 mi
Last recorded82,226 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 GBX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 82,226 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 78,275 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Mar 2025 78,273 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Apr 2024 73,332 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 70,354 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 68,222 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 65,907 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 62,037 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 58,891 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 58,891 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 55,884 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread cut

Pass 10 May 2016 51,539 miles

wipers worn

Pass 29 May 2015 47,787 miles

osr tyre 3mm and perished

wipers poor

Pass 29 Apr 2014 41,800 miles

osr tyre 3-3.5mm and perished

wipers poor

Pass 22 May 2013 35,688 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,778 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 26,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WG08 GBX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WG08 GBX, 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

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What year was WG08 GBX registered?

WG08 GBX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is WG08 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 GBX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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