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AK58 EBM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

238,123 mi
Last recorded238,123 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 EBM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 238,123 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 223,400 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 184,790 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 162,641 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 54,114 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 46,831 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2012 46,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 35,635 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2011 35,635 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

under covers fitted

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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AK58 EBM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 100,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK58 EBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK58 EBM registered?

AK58 EBM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is AK58 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 EBM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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