2008 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · SL58 EBV
2008 Skoda Octavia (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 77,069 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,069 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL58 EBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 77,069 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL58 EBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Skoda Octavia (SL58 EBV) between January 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”.
SL58 EBV Mileage History
- 26/01/202465,253 mi
- 13/02/202572,144 mi+6,891 mi
- 24/02/202572,145 mi+1 mi
- 18/02/202677,069 mi+4,924 mi
- 18/02/202677,069 mi
Average of roughly 5,723 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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