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BC04 GXE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

218,121 mi
Last recorded218,121 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 GXE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 218,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 218,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 205,579 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 205,579 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 192,828 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 178,282 miles

engine management light on

rear bump stops broken

Fail 9 May 2014 178,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

engine management light on

rear bump stops broken

Pass 15 Apr 2013 163,403 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 147,713 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 131,978 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 118,446 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 106,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 100,456 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r shocker cover missing

Pass 4 Jul 2007 90,492 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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BC04 GXE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BC04 GXE, 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 BC04 GXE registered?

BC04 GXE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is BC04 GXE safe to buy?

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