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YD58 VXG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,302 mi
Last recorded118,302 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 VXG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 118,302 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 118,302 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 115,502 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 112,476 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 108,646 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 104,915 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 100,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 97,815 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 97,815 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 94,711 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 15 May 2018 90,905 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2018 90,905 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2017 86,939 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rust on outer edges (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 84,296 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 75,123 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 67,041 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 60,601 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,488 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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YD58 VXG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc 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 YD58 VXG, 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 YD58 VXG registered?

YD58 VXG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 September 2008.

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The MOT history for YD58 VXG 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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