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KS57 EFA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

56,545 mi
Last recorded56,545 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 EFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 56,545 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2026 56,233 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 54,675 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight damage to webbing (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 53,127 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 51,950 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 51,950 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre under inflated.

Pass 12 Jan 2022 50,270 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fray on belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 50,261 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit value is 1.69 should be 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fray on belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 48,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 48,707 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 46,598 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 43,326 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 43,324 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 40,925 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 38,243 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 34,815 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 31,382 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 27,714 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 23,653 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 19,942 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 16,923 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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KS57 EFA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KS57 EFA, 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 KS57 EFA?

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What year was KS57 EFA registered?

KS57 EFA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is KS57 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 EFA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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