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KW08 UAA

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

162,446 mi
Last recorded162,446 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 UAA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 162,446 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 149,855 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 149,855 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 138,967 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 129,214 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 129,214 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 121,057 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jul 2021 115,623 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 115,623 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 111,747 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 107,140 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 95,374 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 87,018 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2016 76,873 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 69,485 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 60,799 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 51,975 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,706 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,478 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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KW08 UAA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 KW08 UAA, 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 KW08 UAA registered?

KW08 UAA is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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