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KU08 ETF

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

180,525 mi
Last recorded180,525 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 180,525 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 180,523 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 178,454 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 169,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge aprox 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge aprox 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

centre exhaust slieve showing signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Nov 2019 164,073 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 164,073 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 151,024 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 151,024 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 141,159 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 128,801 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 118,002 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear bump stops split

Pass 20 Feb 2015 105,982 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 105,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 93,513 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 80,496 miles

nsr shock bump stop split

osr shock bump stop split

Fail 25 Mar 2013 80,496 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nsr shock bump stop split

osr shock bump stop split

Pass 9 Mar 2012 59,305 miles

exhaust emission too clean to be detected

Pass 10 Mar 2011 38,330 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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 ETF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ETF, 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 ETF registered?

KU08 ETF is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KU08 ETF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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