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KP58 LXW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

157,815 mi
Last recorded157,815 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 LXW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 157,815 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 157,583 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 147,000 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 137,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 137,829 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 129,554 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

near side rear brake disc in poor condition

under tray insecure at rear

Fail 9 Dec 2019 129,554 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

near side rear brake disc in poor condition

under tray insecure at rear

Pass 12 Dec 2018 110,496 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brake discs in poor condition

Fail 12 Dec 2018 110,496 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 18 Dec 2017 93,500 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 78,515 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 66,563 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 56,583 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 45,388 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 35,391 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 25,121 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 25,121 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

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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KP58 LXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KP58 LXW, 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 KP58 LXW registered?

KP58 LXW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 November 2008.

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