CarVerify

Free Car Check

KT04 XAX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,454 mi
Last recorded88,454 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT04 XAX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2019 88,454 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

brake pad warning light on, pads ok

Pass 12 Apr 2018 87,066 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 87,066 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 85,085 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 81,846 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 81,841 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 79,029 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 71,314 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 64,397 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2012 1,330 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 55,856 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 55,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 48,857 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 41,407 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 29,038 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,691 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KT04 XAX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KT04 XAX, 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

How do I check the history of KT04 XAX?

You can check the full history of KT04 XAX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KT04 XAX registered?

KT04 XAX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is KT04 XAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT04 XAX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KT04 XAX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KT04 XAX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.