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LV08 CWU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,210 mi
Last recorded104,210 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 CWU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 104,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 101,101 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 93,499 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc worn/lipped/corroded. Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc worn/corroded. Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 77,101 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 63,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 61,047 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 59,082 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 59,078 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 56,643 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 56,639 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 53,050 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 49,684 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 46,931 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 41,889 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 37,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 31,984 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 26,430 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,430 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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LV08 CWU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LV08 CWU, 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 LV08 CWU?

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What year was LV08 CWU registered?

LV08 CWU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is LV08 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 CWU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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