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RK58 OEM

2008 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,258 mi
Last recorded123,258 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 OEM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 123,258 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 123,247 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2018 122,171 miles

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

Rear tyres cracking

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2017 115,698 miles

all tyres cracking

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2016 108,176 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine and under covers fitted

n/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres cracking

Fail 19 Feb 2016 108,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine and under covers fitted

n/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 19 Feb 2015 102,084 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 96,998 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 91,520 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 91,520 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 63,479 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 63,474 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

OFFSIDE REAR UNDERTRAY LOOSE

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 OEM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OEM, 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 RK58 OEM registered?

RK58 OEM is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is RK58 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 OEM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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