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KJ08 KFN

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,625 mi
Last recorded112,625 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 KFN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 112,625 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 103,202 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 101,283 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 98,184 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 94,620 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2021 87,954 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 83,041 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 78,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 73,830 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 68,390 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 63,921 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 56,348 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 48,726 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 40,573 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 40,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 32,725 miles

near side front brake disc is slightly corroded on inside surface

Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,853 miles

no emmisions print out due to dpf fitted to car

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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KJ08 KFN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KJ08 KFN, 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 KJ08 KFN registered?

KJ08 KFN is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is KJ08 KFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 KFN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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