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KN54 JHU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,013 mi
Last recorded177,013 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN54 JHU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 177,013 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 177,002 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 173,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking lubricant (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear parking brake recording little effort

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 173,477 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking lubricant (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear parking brake recording little effort

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 163,950 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2015 163,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 135,018 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

o/s/f inner arch sheet insecure

Pass 14 Feb 2013 97,387 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2012 97,317 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 89,055 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on

Pass 26 Aug 2010 80,687 miles

offside front tyre worn close to wear bars

Pass 1 Sep 2009 72,288 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 62,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 52,645 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 154,775 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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KN54 JHU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KN54 JHU, 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 KN54 JHU registered?

KN54 JHU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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