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KU08 EFX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

137,613 mi
Last recorded137,613 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 EFX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 137,613 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Fronts and rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 126,823 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 126,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CANVAS EXPOSED (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Bald and close to Canvas inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 115,580 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 107,098 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 100,239 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 94,699 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 90,847 miles

under trays

Pass 8 Apr 2019 84,932 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 83,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 77,363 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 71,048 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 65,951 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 65,951 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,536 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 57,254 miles

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

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

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 50,778 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 43,747 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 35,528 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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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KU08 EFX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EFX, 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

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What year was KU08 EFX registered?

KU08 EFX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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