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VKZ 3279

2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,140 mi
Last recorded134,140 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 3279
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Classic TDI
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 134,140 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 129,729 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 128,969 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 122,538 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 116,924 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 116,824 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 110,351 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 110,117 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 100,910 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 95,594 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 87,727 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Classic TDI?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 550 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
8,715
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
constant velocity joint gaiter split 32
Registration plate lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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VKZ 3279 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Classic TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKZ 3279, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Classic TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia Classic TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VKZ 3279 registered?

VKZ 3279 is a 2008 Skoda Octavia Classic TDI, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is VKZ 3279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 3279 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKZ 3279 have outstanding finance?

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