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CV08 LJF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,048 mi
Last recorded87,048 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 LJF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2026 87,048 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 85,784 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 84,496 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2023 82,119 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 78,157 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 73,670 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 71,513 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 53,763 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,544 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,331 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 21,885 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Mar 2015 21,128 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,343 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 17,182 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,532 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,410 miles

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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CV08 LJF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CV08 LJF, 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 CV08 LJF registered?

CV08 LJF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is CV08 LJF safe to buy?

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