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FM53 KPX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,661 mi
Last recorded166,661 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 KPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 166,661 miles

front brake discs worn + deteriorated.

long travel on park brake lever.

o/s/r light lens cracked.

top covers on both rear shockabsorbers insecure.

Pass 30 Jan 2014 150,673 miles

both rear shockabsorbers top covers broken off mounts.

o/s/r light lens damaged.

Fail 29 Jan 2014 150,671 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

both rear shockabsorbers top covers broken off mounts.

engine oil level very low.

o/s/r light lens damaged.

Pass 18 Jan 2013 134,151 miles

Front brake discs deterioated

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Jan 2013 134,151 miles

Front brake discs deterioated

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 114,102 miles

bulb faded o/s/r indicator.

Pass 19 Jan 2011 96,437 miles

both front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 30 Jan 2010 79,708 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 67,191 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 55,874 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 40,696 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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FM53 KPX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM53 KPX, 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 22 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM53 KPX registered?

FM53 KPX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is FM53 KPX safe to buy?

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