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FM53 KRO

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

286,129 mi
Last recorded286,129 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 286,129 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Jul 2013 262,584 miles

Idicator switch worn.

Fail 16 Jul 2013 262,574 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Idicator switch worn.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jan 2013 248,686 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 217,586 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 21 Jul 2010 195,909 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 185,873 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 185,866 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 KRO is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KRO, 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 KRO registered?

FM53 KRO is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is FM53 KRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 KRO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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