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AE04 VZF

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

81,837 mi
Last recorded81,837 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 81,837 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 76,031 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 74,365 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 72,787 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 71,589 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 69,646 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 68,383 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 66,378 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 61,852 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,512 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 54,853 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 54,852 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 52,155 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 52,155 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 47,990 miles

management warning light staying on

Fail 4 Jul 2014 47,990 miles

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

management warning light staying on

Pass 3 Jul 2013 44,881 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 41,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 37,188 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 33,020 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 30,185 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 27,220 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,204 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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AE04 VZF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VZF, 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 AE04 VZF registered?

AE04 VZF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is AE04 VZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE04 VZF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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