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KY54 VAE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,941 mi
Last recorded122,941 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY54 VAE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 122,941 miles

front indicator bulbs faded

n/s c.v. boot damp

Fail 5 Jun 2017 122,938 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low WON'T ADJUST (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front indicator bulbs faded

n/s c.v. boot damp

Pass 6 Jun 2016 108,508 miles

front tyres slightly perished

n/s outer c.v. boot damp

Fail 6 Jun 2016 108,508 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front tyres slightly perished

n/s outer c.v. boot damp

Pass 1 Jun 2015 94,802 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 94,798 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 80,095 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 66,576 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 52,109 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 42,304 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 36,498 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 33,388 miles

both front tyres worn badly on inner edge.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 28,540 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 24,300 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,738 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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KY54 VAE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY54 VAE, 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 KY54 VAE registered?

KY54 VAE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is KY54 VAE safe to buy?

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