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KS57 SPX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

202,470 mi
Last recorded202,470 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 SPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 202,470 miles

advise rear levelling device disconnected

advise small blow from centre exhaust joint

Pass 9 Mar 2023 189,244 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 182,023 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 170,267 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 161,842 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 161,842 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 153,031 miles

advise nsr tyre tread pattern worn unevenly

Pass 23 Mar 2018 142,817 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 132,961 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front tyre damaged on the outer sidewall

Pass 23 May 2016 116,214 miles

Nearside Front tyre as cuts in outer sidewall

Fail 23 May 2016 116,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front tyre as cuts in outer sidewall

Pass 22 Oct 2014 97,098 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 83,688 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 83,688 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 69,921 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 57,238 miles

both rear damper gaitors starting to split

both rear tyre tread depths getting low.

Pass 1 Feb 2011 49,843 miles

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

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

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 SPX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc 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 KS57 SPX, 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 SPX?

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What year was KS57 SPX registered?

KS57 SPX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is KS57 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 SPX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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