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KR53 VBA

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,569 mi
Last recorded59,569 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 VBA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2026 59,569 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 52,524 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 45,868 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 39,753 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,646 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 23,516 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,124 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 12,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 11,213 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 10,851 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 10,151 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 9,383 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 8,798 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 7,950 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 7,248 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 6,445 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 5,664 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 4,769 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 4,017 miles

slight brake pedal travel- suspect rear adjustment

Pass 2 Jan 2007 2,846 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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KR53 VBA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KR53 VBA, 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 KR53 VBA registered?

KR53 VBA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is KR53 VBA safe to buy?

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