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EX08 TKD

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

162,667 mi
Last recorded162,667 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 TKD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 162,667 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 155,362 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 146,958 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 140,492 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 133,538 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 125,347 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 118,147 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 106,188 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 93,072 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 86,703 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 86,703 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 80,787 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 72,252 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,076 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,032 miles

both rear tyre treds slightly distorted around inner edge

engine oil level low

front wiper blades streaking slightly

screw in nearside rear tyre

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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EX08 TKD is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EX08 TKD, 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 EX08 TKD registered?

EX08 TKD is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 TKD safe to buy?

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