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KR53 VLJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,492 mi
Last recorded90,492 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 VLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 90,492 miles

o/s n/s front discs corroding on inside edges

Pass 2 Feb 2017 81,531 miles

both rear brakes binding slightly

o/s front tyre on inside edge

Fail 2 Feb 2017 81,531 miles

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

both rear brakes binding slightly

o/s front tyre on inside edge

Pass 12 Jan 2016 72,867 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 68,423 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 63,849 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 57,645 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 53,488 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 49,293 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 42,327 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,269 miles

front and rear brake discs corroding

Pass 17 Jan 2008 29,669 miles

FRONT DISCS CORRODING.

Pass 19 Jan 2007 26,257 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 VLJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VLJ, 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 VLJ registered?

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

Is KR53 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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