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KU08 DZJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,881 mi
Last recorded175,881 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 DZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 175,881 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 165,760 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 153,449 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 153,448 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2015 144,359 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 130,647 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 130,647 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 100,784 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 67,741 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,649 miles

emissions to low to get reading

wipers smearing slightly

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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KU08 DZJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KU08 DZJ, 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 KU08 DZJ registered?

KU08 DZJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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