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KR53 VHV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Orange Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,913 mi
Last recorded140,913 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 VHV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 140,913 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 140,913 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported both rear hangers snapped (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 132,434 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 132,422 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine management light is on

Pass 6 Feb 2016 122,773 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 114,000 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 106,347 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 99,460 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 93,320 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 84,646 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 74,917 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 74,669 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 60,219 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 44,775 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 29,488 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 VHV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VHV, 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 KR53 VHV registered?

KR53 VHV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is KR53 VHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 VHV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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