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LD08 ZKY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

115,680 mi
Last recorded115,680 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 ZKY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 115,680 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2023 115,572 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 107,517 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2021 100,453 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 94,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 91,884 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2019 91,884 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 89,738 miles

Front registration plate has a slight crack

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 86,587 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 86,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2016 82,687 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2015 79,069 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 69,643 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 58,533 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2012 42,198 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 May 2012 42,198 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 25,059 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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LD08 ZKY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LD08 ZKY, 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 LD08 ZKY registered?

LD08 ZKY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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The MOT history for LD08 ZKY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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