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R240 NVV

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,425 mi
Last recorded41,425 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 NVV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 41,425 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 41,423 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 37,595 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 33,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,102 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 23,483 miles

light brake bind on rear brakes

Pass 30 Jul 2019 19,180 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 19,093 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2013 19,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 18,395 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 18,019 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 18,014 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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R240 NVV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,390cc 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 R240 NVV, 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 R240 NVV registered?

R240 NVV is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is R240 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 NVV 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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