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NU08 ORX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

175,465 mi
Last recorded175,465 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 ORX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 175,465 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 171,823 miles

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

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

both rear tyre's wearing on inner edges slightly

Pass 2 Apr 2024 166,410 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 152,083 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 133,243 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 117,813 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 108,230 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Apr 2019 88,654 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 71,238 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 67,577 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 65,647 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 64,272 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 56,978 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 33,459 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 29,275 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,602 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres slightly cracked and deteriorated

Fail 19 Apr 2011 18,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

nearside and offside rear tyres slightly cracked and deteriorated

Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,176 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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NU08 ORX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 NU08 ORX, 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 NU08 ORX registered?

NU08 ORX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is NU08 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 ORX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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