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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 139,601 miles on the clock, averaging 8,674 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.
MOT & Mileage History for GF08 XEC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,601 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,674 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Skoda Fabia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Fabia models (2007–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Component: Fuse boxes and dashboard wiring
Fuse fatigue and corroded wiring in the under-dash fusebox lead to intermittent electrical failures. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (new fusebox or rewiring at indie garage).[1][2][4]
Component: Interior trim and dashboard plastics
Plastic mounts and clips degrade, causing loose panels. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (clips, felt tape, or panel refit).[1][2][4]
Component: Rear bootlid wiring loom (in tailgate hinge corrugation)
Wiring chafes through in the flexible bootlid corrugation under rear lights. · Typical repair: £80-£200 (splice/repair loom).[6]
Component: Fuel filter housing
Filter cracks at inlet connection, leaking diesel/petrol. · Typical repair: £100-£300 (replace filter, free if recall-eligible).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF08 XEC |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GF08 XEC
What car is GF08 XEC?
GF08 XEC is a black Skoda Fabia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF08 XEC?
The last recorded mileage for GF08 XEC was 139,601 miles, recorded on 14 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF08 XEC passed its MOT?
GF08 XEC has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2025.
Is GF08 XEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF08 XEC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GF08 XEC?
GF08 XEC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.