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KS54 HLJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,692 mi
Last recorded137,692 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 HLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 137,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 131,125 miles

Rear sub frame rusty

Pass 15 May 2015 118,950 miles

front tyres worn excessively on inside advise replace

rear tyres worn slightly on inside

Fail 7 May 2014 106,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn

n/s/r shock absorber weeping

Pass 7 May 2014 106,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn

n/s/r shock absorber weeping

Pass 18 May 2013 97,916 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 91,460 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s front and both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 10 May 2011 84,832 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 79,010 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 72,675 miles

Both rear tyres bald on inner edge

Fail 21 May 2009 72,675 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres bald on inner edge

Fail 12 Jan 2009 67,067 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 67,067 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 40,372 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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KS54 HLJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KS54 HLJ, 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 KS54 HLJ registered?

KS54 HLJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is KS54 HLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 HLJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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