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PK58 VCJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,104 mi
Last recorded40,104 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK58 VCJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 40,104 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 38,633 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Dec 2019 38,633 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2018 35,305 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 30,316 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Nov 2016 26,030 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 22,484 miles

Offside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance mirror lens damaged (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 18,962 miles

all four tyres starting to perish between treads

Pass 20 Nov 2013 15,679 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 12,721 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 9,074 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 9,074 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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PK58 VCJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PK58 VCJ, 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 PK58 VCJ registered?

PK58 VCJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is PK58 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK58 VCJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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