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AY04 AFA

2004 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

135,556 mi
Last recorded135,556 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 AFA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 135,556 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 132,481 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 128,872 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 128,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 125,627 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 121,565 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 115,220 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 109,521 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 105,066 miles

BRAKE PIPES HAVE SOME CORROSION

Pass 26 Jan 2015 100,007 miles

near side rear tyre worn to limit on inner edge

Pass 14 Jan 2014 93,563 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 83,853 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 72,806 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 72,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 24 Jan 2011 62,691 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 62,691 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 54,607 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 54,607 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 46,974 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 46,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 May 2008 37,693 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 37,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2007 27,929 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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AY04 AFA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 AY04 AFA, 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 AY04 AFA registered?

AY04 AFA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is AY04 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 AFA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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