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NJ08 HKE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

120,707 mi
Last recorded120,707 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 HKE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 120,707 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 120,036 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 120,031 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 114,154 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 106,965 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2022 106,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative device disconnected/broken (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 97,507 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 88,452 miles

plastic undertray fitted inspection limited

Pass 19 Dec 2019 81,136 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 80,462 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 76,654 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroded (3.5.1i)

front headlamp self leveling switch damaged

Pass 23 Feb 2017 68,063 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2017 68,063 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 61,593 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 54,596 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 50,050 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 48,048 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,133 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 39,870 miles

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

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

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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NJ08 HKE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black 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 NJ08 HKE, 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 NJ08 HKE registered?

NJ08 HKE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NJ08 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 HKE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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