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KE04 VZL

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

180,029 mi
Last recorded180,029 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE04 VZL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 180,029 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.01mm, inner and outer edges of tread area worn low, tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.64mm, inner and outer edges of tread area worn low, tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 179,955 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.01mm, inner and outer edges of tread area worn low, tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.64mm, inner and outer edges of tread area worn low, tyre deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 171,425 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Unable to fully inspect rear seatbelts due to equipment

Fail 1 Mar 2021 171,425 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Unable to fully inspect rear seatbelts due to equipment

Pass 10 Mar 2020 167,074 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 167,073 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 161,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer cv gaiter shaft end starting to split and leak grease

fuel smell and evidence of fuel leak from over the top of gearbox area but not excessive

Fail 2 Jul 2019 161,649 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer cv gaiter shaft end starting to split and leak grease

both front indicators faded

fuel smell and evidence of fuel leak from over the top of gearbox area but not excessive

offside wiper starting to split

Pass 14 Jul 2018 153,313 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive evidnce of minor fuel leak from high pressure fuel pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 143,121 miles

exhaust catalyst pipe work cracked

Pass 8 Jul 2016 133,011 miles

Offside Rear wishbone rear bush starting to split

exhaust catalyst pipework starting to blow

Pass 24 Jul 2015 123,321 miles

engine light on

Fail 24 Jul 2015 123,321 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 3 Jul 2014 112,772 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 102,597 miles

engine malfunction lamp indicates a fault

Pass 9 Jul 2012 90,687 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 82,689 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 72,009 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,926 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 50,626 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 50,626 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 35,621 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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KE04 VZL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel 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 KE04 VZL, 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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KE04 VZL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 August 2004.

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