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SH14 KVU

2014 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,856 mi
Last recorded128,856 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Skoda Octavia76,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH14 KVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 128,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 113,905 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 4 Dec 2023 101,654 miles

Central Rear Heat shield loose above rear silencer

Nearside Front Brake disc back plate corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2023 101,580 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Heat shield loose above rear silencer

Nearside Front Brake disc back plate corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently Safety catch siezed (3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 91,140 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 91,140 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2021 79,309 miles

Central Rear heat shield loose back box

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 66,978 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 56,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge & 2.76mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.23mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 46,699 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 32,903 miles

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

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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SH14 KVU is a 2014 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 76,780 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 SH14 KVU, 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 12 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH14 KVU registered?

SH14 KVU is a 2014 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 May 2014.

Is SH14 KVU safe to buy?

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