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AE04 VSX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

139,114 mi
Last recorded139,114 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 VSX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 139,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 127,516 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 117,898 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 111,691 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 105,594 miles

mil light on

Fail 29 Nov 2022 105,594 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

mil light on

Pass 26 Nov 2021 97,278 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,441 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 72,217 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 71,666 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 May 2018 65,181 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 58,870 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 50,519 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 50,359 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 48,145 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 46,430 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 43,919 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 40,679 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 37,785 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 34,470 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,981 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 25,387 miles

both front tyres worn at the innner thread edges

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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AE04 VSX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AE04 VSX, 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

How do I check the history of AE04 VSX?

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What year was AE04 VSX registered?

AE04 VSX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 July 2004.

Is AE04 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE04 VSX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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