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BG54 GFJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,894 mi
Last recorded118,894 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 GFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 118,894 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 93,340 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 93,340 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 82,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 60,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2012 54,402 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 53,955 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 49,459 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 49,459 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 41,973 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 35,328 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 28,097 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 22,884 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 22,884 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear registration plate slightly faded

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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BG54 GFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver 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 BG54 GFJ, 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 BG54 GFJ registered?

BG54 GFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is BG54 GFJ safe to buy?

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