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KU08 EFG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

206,431 mi
Last recorded206,431 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 EFG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 206,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 193,793 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 174,566 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 155,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 140,552 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 140,102 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 2 May 2019 116,969 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Apr 2019 116,510 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Apr 2018 100,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 88,044 miles

Front headlamp beam deflectors fitted

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Apr 2016 73,246 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing a full inspection of the adult seat belt

Pass 1 May 2015 58,940 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 52,949 miles

front brake discs scored on inner face

Pass 8 May 2013 45,960 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 35,504 miles

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

tyres wearing low on edges.

Pass 9 May 2011 27,948 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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KU08 EFG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EFG, 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 EFG registered?

KU08 EFG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is KU08 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 EFG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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