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WU58 OVZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

277,796 mi
Last recorded277,796 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 OVZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016 277,796 miles

Centre Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Under vehicle trays fitted obscuring components

Fail 4 Mar 2016 277,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Centre Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Under vehicle trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 5 Mar 2015 221,435 miles

Compliance test: 1) Plate No; 59 Expires 11/04/2015 2) Fire ex - in boot 3) Vests - 5 in boot 4) First aid kit and Triangle in Boot 5) Meter - Digitax 12-04518

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 221,251 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Compliance test: 1) Plate No; 59 Expires 11/04/2015 2) Fire ex - in boot 3) Vests - 5 in boot 4) First aid kit and Triangle in Boot 5) Meter - Digitax 12-04518

Coolant leak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 165,380 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Mar 2013 119,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2012 110,949 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 79,393 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 OVZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OVZ, 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 OVZ registered?

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

Is WU58 OVZ safe to buy?

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