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BU04 KGZ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,368 mi
Last recorded149,368 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 KGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 149,368 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 149,368 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 147,964 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 147,964 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 137,735 miles

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

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

no oil in engine

turbo leaking oil

Pass 15 Sep 2014 127,060 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 122,085 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 122,083 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 113,526 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 106,780 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 97,541 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 86,675 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 69,595 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 69,595 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2007 52,425 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 52,425 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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BU04 KGZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU04 KGZ, 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 BU04 KGZ registered?

BU04 KGZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is BU04 KGZ safe to buy?

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