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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1422cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 139,112 miles on the clock, averaging 8,813 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 OV08 GHJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,112 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,813 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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).
BMS (1.4 TDI PD)
Variable geometry turbine (VGT) sticks from carbon/neglect; actuator fails.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV08 GHJ |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OV08 GHJ
What car is OV08 GHJ?
OV08 GHJ is an orange Skoda Fabia, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV08 GHJ?
The last recorded mileage for OV08 GHJ was 139,112 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV08 GHJ passed its MOT?
OV08 GHJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2023.
Is OV08 GHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV08 GHJ 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 OV08 GHJ?
OV08 GHJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.