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KU04 XJW

2004 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

154,679 mi
Last recorded154,679 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 XJW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 154,679 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 150,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 146,432 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 146,430 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 141,834 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 137,311 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 133,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 126,757 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 120,196 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 114,657 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 110,073 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 105,527 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 98,528 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 92,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on

Pass 14 Jan 2012 83,327 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 76,796 miles

Damage to o/s/r bumper

Front tyres on 3mm (75%)

Slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

nearside rear tyre on 1.6mm (legal limit)

rear indicators and o/s/f slightly discolouring

Fail 13 Jan 2011 76,796 miles

Damage to o/s/r bumper

Front tyres on 3mm (75%)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

nearside rear tyre on 1.6mm (legal limit)

rear indicators and o/s/f slightly discolouring

Pass 7 Jan 2010 63,001 miles

rear silencer hanger weakening

Pass 19 Jan 2009 48,650 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 25,988 miles

both front wiper blades streaking slightly.

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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KU04 XJW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KU04 XJW, 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 KU04 XJW?

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What year was KU04 XJW registered?

KU04 XJW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is KU04 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU04 XJW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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