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FM53 KRE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,850 mi
Last recorded80,850 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 KRE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 80,850 miles

Exhaust mounting defective central (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front and rear undersealed

front heat shield missing no risk of fire

Fail 10 Feb 2026 80,850 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective central (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front and rear undersealed

front heat shield missing no risk of fire

Pass 8 Mar 2024 80,080 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front heat shield missing no risk of fire

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 79,280 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

heat shield missing from cat but no risk of fire

Pass 3 Mar 2022 78,069 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

heat shield missing on cat but not fire risk

Fail 3 Mar 2022 78,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

heat shield missing on cat but not fire risk

Pass 16 Feb 2021 77,179 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 77,179 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 76,682 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 76,109 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 75,102 miles

COIL SPRINGS RUSTY

SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENSION

Pass 3 Aug 2016 72,636 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 66,790 miles

E.M.Light on

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 66,790 miles

E.M.Light on

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 59,964 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside 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)

Fail 31 Dec 2011 59,951 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside 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 31 Dec 2010 52,757 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 47,310 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Dec 2009 47,310 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 41,305 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 32,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 22,271 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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 KRE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM53 KRE registered?

FM53 KRE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FM53 KRE safe to buy?

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