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PK08 JFY

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,848 mi
Last recorded54,848 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 JFY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 54,848 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 54,801 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2025 53,569 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel hub corroded

Offside Rear Wheel hub corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2024 52,393 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 50,886 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 48,340 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 46,441 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 45,036 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 45,036 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 42,942 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 40,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 38,668 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 35,676 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 33,060 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 30,031 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 30,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 27,498 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 23,444 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 17,784 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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PK08 JFY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 PK08 JFY, 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 PK08 JFY registered?

PK08 JFY is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is PK08 JFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 JFY 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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