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KN58 FKB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

268,695 mi
Last recorded268,695 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 FKB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 268,695 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2021 231,588 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 207,267 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 207,255 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 182,299 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 153,079 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 153,043 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 117,747 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 117,076 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 109,363 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 109,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 103,182 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 88,018 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 73,333 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 73,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 67,224 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 60,140 miles

f/discs deteriorating

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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KN58 FKB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KN58 FKB, 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 KN58 FKB registered?

KN58 FKB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 October 2008.

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