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KR53 VJX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,606 mi
Last recorded139,606 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 VJX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 139,606 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 139,606 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 134,822 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 129,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2015 129,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 127,634 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 119,526 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 109,277 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2010 99,077 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 77,810 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 57,201 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 57,201 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 34,131 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 VJX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VJX, 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 VJX registered?

KR53 VJX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is KR53 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 VJX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR53 VJX have outstanding finance?

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