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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1422cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 115,005 miles on the clock, averaging 8,042 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for bms (1.4 tdi pd). Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.
MOT & Mileage History for GL08 XPZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25,199 |
| Average per year | 8,042 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
BMS (1.4 TDI PD)
Variable geometry turbine (VGT) sticks from carbon/neglect; actuator fails.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL08 XPZ |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 XPZ
What car is GL08 XPZ?
GL08 XPZ is a grey Skoda Fabia, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 XPZ?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 XPZ was 115,005 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 XPZ passed its MOT?
GL08 XPZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2021.
Is GL08 XPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 XPZ 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 GL08 XPZ?
GL08 XPZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.