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ST08 UKX

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

243,228 mi
Last recorded243,228 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 UKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 243,228 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 222,548 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 222,548 miles

Road wheel more than one fixing missing x5 (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2022 204,695 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 204,690 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 173,233 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 158,593 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 158,591 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 144,747 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 136,238 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 122,096 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 122,088 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 106,800 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 94,162 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 94,160 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 81,712 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Jul 2013 66,771 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 66,771 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 52,443 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 36,208 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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ST08 UKX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ST08 UKX, 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 ST08 UKX registered?

ST08 UKX is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is ST08 UKX safe to buy?

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