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AN08 LKJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

213,004 mi
Last recorded213,004 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 LKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 213,004 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 195,450 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 195,448 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake calliper (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 188,124 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 188,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 156,269 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 155,976 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 118,795 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 83,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AN08 LKJ 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AN08 LKJ, 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 AN08 LKJ registered?

AN08 LKJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is AN08 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 LKJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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