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KS57 XHR

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

160,588 mi
Last recorded160,588 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 XHR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 160,588 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 144,434 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 133,997 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 127,454 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 127,454 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 118,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 118,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge. (225/40/18) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 104,326 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 92,283 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 13 Apr 2017 78,127 miles

Both front tyres low outer edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 66,617 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2015 53,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyres are on 3mm

Pass 26 Apr 2014 44,544 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,924 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,409 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 24,251 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 15,382 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 XHR is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XHR, 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 KS57 XHR registered?

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

Is KS57 XHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 XHR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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