AA08 SWW

2008 SKODA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
SKODA
Year
2008
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1896 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 9 August 2025
Last recorded mileage
26,161 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 52/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Skoda has 18 MOT tests on record with a 78% pass rate and 26,161 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the pattern of recurring suspension advisories and a major failure in this area demands extreme caution.

The vehicle shows a high initial usage of 12,180 miles/year, but a critical anomaly: mileage dropped to only 472 miles/year between Jul 2023 and Jul 2024, indicating a significant change in usage or potential odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Mileage anomaly: 472 miles in 12 months (Jul 2023–Jul 2024) after 20k+ annual usage — potential odometer fraud.
  • High initial mileage: 160,574 miles by May 2019, well above average for a 2008 vehicle.
  • Recurring suspension failures: Coil spring fractured (Aug 2021) and numerous advisories for suspension arm and shock absorber.
  • Recent low-usage period: Only 472 miles in 12 months (Jul 2023–Jul 2024) after high annual usage.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2024): 5-star safety rating.
  • Valid MOT until 2025-08-09, indicating current roadworthiness despite history.
  • No dangerous defects recorded in recent tests, suggesting current safety is acceptable.
  • Consistent annual mileage (2019–2022) before the significant drop, showing regular use.

Mileage history

May 2011: 26,161 mi PASSMay 2012: 33,049 mi PASSMay 2013: 40,661 mi PASSMay 2014: 47,952 mi PASSMay 2015: 69,608 mi PASSApr 2016: 96,873 mi FAILApr 2016: 96,873 mi PASSMay 2017: 120,284 mi FAILMay 2017: 120,284 mi PASSMay 2018: 140,285 mi FAILMay 2018: 140,285 mi PASSMay 2019: 160,574 mi FAILMay 2019: 160,574 mi PASSSep 2020: 180,868 mi PASSAug 2021: 195,123 mi PASSAug 2022: 198,585 mi PASSJul 2023: 201,628 mi PASSJul 2024: 202,100 mi PASS202k114k26kMay 2011Jul 2024

MOT test history — 14/18 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2011 PASS 26,161 mi
USER ENTERED Centre stop light bulb out
May 2012 PASS 33,049 mi
USER ENTERED Nail in nearside rear tyre
May 2013 PASS 40,661 mi None recorded
May 2014 PASS 47,952 mi
USER ENTERED cut in offside front tyre (cord not showing)
May 2015 PASS 69,608 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Apr 2016 FAIL 96,873 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged
PRS Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
PRS Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
ADVISORY unable to fully inspect under vehicle due to under trays fitted
Apr 2016 PASS 96,873 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged
ADVISORY unable to fully inspect under vehicle due to under trays fitted
May 2017 FAIL 120,284 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
FAIL Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
FAIL Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
May 2017 PASS 120,284 mi None recorded
May 2018 FAIL 140,285 mi
PRS Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
PRS Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
May 2018 PASS 140,285 mi None recorded
May 2019 FAIL 160,574 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY BODY DAMAGE TOO OFF-SIDE REAR DOOR AND WING
May 2019 PASS 160,574 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY BODY DAMAGE TOO OFF-SIDE REAR DOOR AND WING
Sep 2020 PASS 180,868 mi None recorded
Aug 2021 PASS 195,123 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Body damage to o/s/r
ADVISORY Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre stop light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stop worn
ADVISORY Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover/bump stop worn
Aug 2022 PASS 198,585 mi
ADVISORY eye level stop light - inop
ADVISORY Nearside headlamp beam pattern - weak
ADVISORY Front Lower suspension arm rear bushes - worn
ADVISORY Nearside Front hub - noise on rotation
ADVISORY Front anti roll bar link gaitors - perished
ADVISORY Rear shock absorbers - leaking/weak
ADVISORY Nearside park brake effort - low
Jul 2023 PASS 201,628 mi
ADVISORY Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Jul 2024 PASS 202,100 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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