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KV58 WLJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,279 mi
Last recorded59,279 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 WLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 59,279 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 59,279 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 55,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil level on min

Fail 18 Jul 2018 55,772 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

oil level on min

Pass 19 Jul 2017 50,459 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,486 miles

tyre wear starting on n/s/f

Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,291 miles

n/s/r tyre outer wall cracking

wear started on rear brake pads

Pass 22 Jul 2014 31,990 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,442 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 19,185 miles

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

hand brake lever stiff

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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KV58 WLJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc 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 KV58 WLJ, 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 KV58 WLJ registered?

KV58 WLJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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