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NV08 KOB

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

169,709 mi
Last recorded169,709 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 KOB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 169,709 miles

Rear subframe corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 152,017 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

auxiliary belt cracking

handbrake readings low

Pass 13 Nov 2021 136,740 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 129,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush at rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 119,827 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 119,782 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 109,564 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 97,049 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 25 Jul 2016 86,201 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 72,238 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 56,680 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 41,355 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 27 Jul 2012 26,716 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,561 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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NV08 KOB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NV08 KOB, 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 KOB registered?

NV08 KOB is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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