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KM08 WXW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,071 mi
Last recorded149,071 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 WXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 149,071 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2024 149,071 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 142,886 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 142,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 129,554 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 104,400 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 104,399 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2020 97,529 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 97,529 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 87,122 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 87,066 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 79,998 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 31 Mar 2018 79,996 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Apr 2017 74,123 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 66,650 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 66,650 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 58,640 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 51,807 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 42,923 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,574 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 25,258 miles

INSIDE EDGES WEARING BADLY ON FRONT TYRES

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 WXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WXW, 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 KM08 WXW registered?

KM08 WXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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