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RK58 ODJ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,130 mi
Last recorded96,130 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 ODJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 96,130 miles

Nearside Rear tyre low and cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 4 Feb 2017 96,036 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear tyre low and cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 Jan 2016 87,184 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Jan 2016 87,180 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 78,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 78,048 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 55,124 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,697 miles

offside front tyre worn low on edges of tread

Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,176 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 25,566 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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RK58 ODJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RK58 ODJ, 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 RK58 ODJ registered?

RK58 ODJ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 September 2008.

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