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WV58 SYO

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,660 mi
Last recorded176,660 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 SYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 176,660 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 169,380 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 169,379 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 160,618 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 153,516 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 149,845 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 149,845 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 146,801 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 134,419 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 129,142 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 123,726 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 113,395 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 103,261 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 103,255 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 100,125 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 100,125 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 95,130 miles

service light on

Fail 25 Sep 2013 95,130 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

service light on

Pass 21 Sep 2012 81,364 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 64,945 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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WV58 SYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 WV58 SYO, 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 WV58 SYO registered?

WV58 SYO is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is WV58 SYO safe to buy?

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