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At a glance
This 2004 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1781cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 100,712 miles on the clock, averaging 6,203 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for potential faults (not bgu-confirmed as common).
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 VRS
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,712 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,929 |
| Average per year | 6,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Potential Faults (Not BGU-Confirmed as Common)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 VRS |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 VRS
What car is DE53 VRS?
DE53 VRS is a silver Skoda Octavia, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DE53 VRS?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 VRS was 100,712 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 VRS passed its MOT?
DE53 VRS has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2021.
Is DE53 VRS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 VRS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DE53 VRS?
DE53 VRS is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.