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BL58 OWK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL58 OWK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018
Pass 16 Mar 2017 268,259 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2017 268,259 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 150,032 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 150,032 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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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BL58 OWK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BL58 OWK, 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

How do I check the history of BL58 OWK?

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What year was BL58 OWK registered?

BL58 OWK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is BL58 OWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL58 OWK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL58 OWK have outstanding finance?

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