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LR53 VDK

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,004 mi
Last recorded170,004 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VDK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 170,004 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 167,552 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 166,537 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 158,031 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 157,981 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 152,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 138,432 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 117,726 miles

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

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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LR53 VDK is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR53 VDK, 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

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What year was LR53 VDK registered?

LR53 VDK is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is LR53 VDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VDK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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