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AF53 FJA

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,813 mi
Last recorded80,813 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 FJA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 80,813 miles

Nearside Rear shocker slightly damp

orange engine management light illiminated

Fail 28 Apr 2017 80,813 miles

Nearside Rear shocker slightly damp

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

orange engine management light illiminated

Pass 1 Apr 2016 71,477 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak.

Pass 31 Mar 2015 56,118 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 54,330 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 51,664 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 46,785 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear coil springs very rusty

front tyres getting low

slight lip rear brake discs

Pass 9 Mar 2012 46,785 miles

both rear coil springs very rusty

front tyres getting low

slight lip rear brake discs

Pass 1 Mar 2011 42,619 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 37,819 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 33,252 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 29,693 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 23,983 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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AF53 FJA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AF53 FJA, 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 AF53 FJA registered?

AF53 FJA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is AF53 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 FJA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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