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SK08 VTE

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

267,087 mi
Last recorded267,087 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 VTE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 267,087 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 267,087 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 236,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 4 Jan 2016 236,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 9 Jan 2015 211,336 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 211,335 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 181,393 miles

imbalance on front brakes close to acceptable limit

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 14 Jan 2013 149,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 116,123 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 86,915 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 86,915 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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SK08 VTE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SK08 VTE, 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 SK08 VTE registered?

SK08 VTE is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is SK08 VTE safe to buy?

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