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AE54 BJU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

133,068 mi
Last recorded133,068 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 BJU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 133,068 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 126,337 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s/n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 117,216 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 117,175 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak also making damping noise (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak also making damping noise (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 109,055 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 87,854 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 77,530 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 70,136 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 63,595 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 62,390 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 55,916 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 48,460 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 41,148 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 34,428 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 26,437 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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AE54 BJU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AE54 BJU, 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 AE54 BJU registered?

AE54 BJU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2004.

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The MOT history for AE54 BJU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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