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FV08 RVK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,122 mi
Last recorded104,122 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 RVK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 104,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 102,077 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 96,230 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 94,205 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2020 94,179 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding reading 50 kg (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 91,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 85,464 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2017 77,883 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 69,695 miles

Both front tyres getting near to limits

Fail 8 Jun 2016 69,687 miles

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

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

Both front tyres getting near to limits

Pass 18 Jun 2015 65,005 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 52,864 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 52,864 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 45,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 36,587 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,320 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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FV08 RVK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FV08 RVK, 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 FV08 RVK registered?

FV08 RVK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is FV08 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 RVK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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