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J8 JVK

2017 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,418 mi
Last recorded128,418 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Skoda Octavia55,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 JVK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 128,418 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2025 92,228 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 119,020 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 77,248 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 64,746 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 106,968 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 51,107 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 97,664 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 84,304 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 40,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Also bald on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Also bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 74,850 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 33,849 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 33,849 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 70,957 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Jan 2019 67,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 62,709 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 61,724 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 61,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J8 JVK is a 2017 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 55,610 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 J8 JVK, 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 9 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 JVK registered?

J8 JVK is a 2017 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is J8 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 JVK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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