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NV57 VEU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

90,450 mi
Last recorded90,450 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV57 VEU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 90,450 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 88,187 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 84,813 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 82,245 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 80,509 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 77,968 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 77,968 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 76,553 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 7 Feb 2019 72,806 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 68,684 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 63,627 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 56,502 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 50,550 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 46,835 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 42,569 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 35,464 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 27,745 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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NV57 VEU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NV57 VEU, 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 NV57 VEU registered?

NV57 VEU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is NV57 VEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV57 VEU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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