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NV08 HPK

2008 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

146,304 mi
Last recorded146,304 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 HPK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 146,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays

Pass 29 Feb 2024 132,925 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 122,039 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 112,058 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 103,488 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 95,640 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 95,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 89,808 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 82,123 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 69,503 miles

Advise both rear bump stops split

Advise engine management light is showing on the dash display

Pass 18 Apr 2016 58,504 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 45,898 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven/stepped on inside edges

Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,185 miles

offside rear suspension bump stop splitting

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,905 miles

Advise both front tyres on inner sidewalls are out of shape and have slight bulges starting.

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Wiper blades poor

Pass 30 Apr 2012 19,560 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 16,566 miles

plastic under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

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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NV08 HPK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NV08 HPK, 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 NV08 HPK registered?

NV08 HPK is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is NV08 HPK safe to buy?

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