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KV54 VCW

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,249 mi
Last recorded135,249 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 VCW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2014 135,249 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 135,249 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 130,900 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 128,928 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 127,408 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Nov 2011 127,401 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2010 123,744 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 123,741 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 102,575 miles

engine sheild fitted not allowing full inspection

underbodybody sheild fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Jun 2009 102,575 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

underbodybody sheild fitted not allowing full inspection

engine sheild fitted not allowing full inspection

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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KV54 VCW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KV54 VCW, 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 KV54 VCW registered?

KV54 VCW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is KV54 VCW safe to buy?

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