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KS08 XVH

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,617 mi
Last recorded130,617 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 XVH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 130,617 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 125,899 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 122,739 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 114,460 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2021 110,576 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 110,576 miles

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

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Sleeve clamp insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 106,881 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted preventing the test of some components.

Pass 17 May 2019 98,177 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 98,177 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake insecure backing plate (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 89,639 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 79,972 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 78,003 miles

wipers worn

Fail 18 Jul 2016 78,003 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

wipers worn

Pass 1 Jul 2015 74,095 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 69,494 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 65,375 miles

engine management light on

Pass 22 Jun 2012 61,209 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 56,320 miles

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 XVH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XVH, 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 KS08 XVH registered?

KS08 XVH is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is KS08 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 XVH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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