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KR57 JVP

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,265 mi
Last recorded158,265 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 JVP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 158,265 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 135,637 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 135,490 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 135,484 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 123,659 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 104,746 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 91,664 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2018 91,353 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 84,949 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 74,482 miles

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

Offside Rear unable to check seat belt-child seat fitted

Fail 4 Mar 2016 74,405 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side lamp coming on when brake pressed (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear unable to check seat belt-child seat fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2015 65,266 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 54,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2013 44,904 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has a slight bulge on outer sidewall

Pass 29 Feb 2012 35,664 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,779 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 25,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KR57 JVP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KR57 JVP, 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 KR57 JVP registered?

KR57 JVP is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 February 2008.

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