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KM08 OBS

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,776 mi
Last recorded133,776 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 OBS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 133,776 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 128,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 119,484 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 112,277 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

boonet lever defective

Pass 1 Jun 2019 105,053 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 104,930 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2018 95,872 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 87,652 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 87,652 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 76,615 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop split

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

Offside Front puncture

Pass 28 Mar 2015 68,588 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 59,600 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 49,055 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 39,259 miles

nearside front tyre on 3mm

offside front tyre on 3mm

Pass 2 Apr 2011 29,388 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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KM08 OBS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KM08 OBS, 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 KM08 OBS registered?

KM08 OBS is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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The MOT history for KM08 OBS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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