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BG54 URA

2004 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

214,237 mi
Last recorded214,237 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 URA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 214,237 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 214,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 161,894 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 105,932 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 97,255 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 93,789 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 87,304 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 81,223 miles

(notes :- alloy wheels. 205/55R16 tyres, minimum tread depth readings - n/s/f & o/s/f 3.5mm, n/s/r 6mm, o/s/r 3mm.)

n/s/f tyre inner edge of tread is worn (nearly bald).

o/s/f tyre inner edge of tread is worn (bald).

Pass 4 Nov 2011 73,008 miles

child seat(s) fitted (not allowing full inspection of adult belt(s)).

front brake disc(s) worn.

front brake pad(s) worn.

Pass 1 Nov 2010 67,355 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 67,355 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 61,570 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 54,467 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

hand brake travel

nearside no plate light poor

rear blade

Pass 3 Nov 2008 54,467 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

hand brake travel

nearside no plate light poor

rear blade

Pass 3 Nov 2007 44,169 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 URA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 URA, 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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BG54 URA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 November 2004.

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