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KS08 BYA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

158,458 mi
Last recorded158,458 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 BYA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 158,458 miles

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

Nearside Lower Sill damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 153,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Lower Sill damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 148,078 miles

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

Nearside Lower sill damage

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 142,940 miles

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

Nearside Lower body damage

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 135,486 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Sill damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 128,725 miles

Nearside Sill damage

Pass 4 Jun 2020 123,098 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 114,920 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 106,966 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 98,513 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 89,530 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 79,397 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 67,722 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 54,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,980 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 31,275 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 31,275 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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KS08 BYA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KS08 BYA, 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 KS08 BYA registered?

KS08 BYA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KS08 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 BYA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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