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KV54 VGM

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

228,026 mi
Last recorded228,026 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 VGM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 228,026 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 228,011 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 201,937 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 181,618 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 181,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 178,970 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 173,535 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 173,535 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 162,868 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 162,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 128,868 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 114,528 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 114,726 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2008 114,726 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 75,556 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 41,643 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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KV54 VGM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc 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 KV54 VGM, 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 VGM registered?

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

Is KV54 VGM safe to buy?

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