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KX04 TMU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

195,637 mi
Last recorded195,637 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX04 TMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 195,637 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 195,617 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 188,606 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 188,594 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 181,773 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 181,771 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake Pad Warning light on Dash

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 175,456 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Tie Rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 168,862 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 162,002 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

front sub-frame slightly corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2019 152,536 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 151,302 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Apr 2018 151,269 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 144,102 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 144,102 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 134,708 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 134,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 127,496 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 127,496 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 118,880 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 118,880 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 112,305 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 103,461 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 90,363 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 80,945 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 69,372 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 69,372 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 59,020 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 59,020 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 45,640 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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KX04 TMU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 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 KX04 TMU, 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 KX04 TMU registered?

KX04 TMU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 April 2004.

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