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WU58 OVW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,975 mi
Last recorded156,975 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 OVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 156,975 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 153,511 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 136,670 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 20 Mar 2015 136,670 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Mar 2014 105,613 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 72,426 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 72,426 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 72,387 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 50,262 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 15,702 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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WU58 OVW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU58 OVW, 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 WU58 OVW registered?

WU58 OVW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is WU58 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU58 OVW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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