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DU08 KVM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

292,028 mi
Last recorded292,028 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 KVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 292,028 miles

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 280,789 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 280,766 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front anti-roll bar drop links fitted incorrectly

Pass 21 Apr 2015 268,816 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 218,421 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 152,325 miles

front brake balance close to limit 24%

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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DU08 KVM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU08 KVM, 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 DU08 KVM registered?

DU08 KVM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is DU08 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 KVM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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