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DE08 KYX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,145 mi
Last recorded152,145 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 KYX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 152,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 127,885 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 124,352 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

fuel filler cap door cover missing

Pass 19 Oct 2020 117,934 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 117,934 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 112,415 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 108,668 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 108,657 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 102,805 miles

both rear shock absorber shrouds adrift

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2016 94,621 miles

both rear shock absorber shrouds adrift

udertrays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 88,229 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 76,021 miles

both rear shock absorber/top bump stops deteriorated

Pass 17 Apr 2013 60,636 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 47,286 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,856 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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DE08 KYX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DE08 KYX, 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.

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What year was DE08 KYX registered?

DE08 KYX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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The MOT history for DE08 KYX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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