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KV08 UEG

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,070 mi
Last recorded115,070 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 UEG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 115,070 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2026 115,070 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner wall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 112,527 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 112,517 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Excessive smoke on first acceleration. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 110,349 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 107,723 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 107,723 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 104,702 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 101,426 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 98,677 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 95,013 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 91,241 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 86,215 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 79,666 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 75,890 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 71,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2013 68,091 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 63,137 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 60,510 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 46,820 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 46,817 miles

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

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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KV08 UEG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KV08 UEG, 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

How do I check the history of KV08 UEG?

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What year was KV08 UEG registered?

KV08 UEG is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is KV08 UEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 UEG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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