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KP08 GRU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

227,164 mi
Last recorded227,164 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 GRU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 227,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 201,056 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

battery needs securing correctly

Pass 16 Apr 2014 167,974 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 167,974 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 Apr 2013 146,578 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2013 146,578 miles

Oil leak

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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KP08 GRU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 KP08 GRU, 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

How do I check the history of KP08 GRU?

You can check the full history of KP08 GRU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KP08 GRU registered?

KP08 GRU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KP08 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 GRU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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