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DF53 TXC

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

91,599 mi
Last recorded91,599 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 TXC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 91,599 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 15 Feb 2023 91,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2022 89,610 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 89,610 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 87,362 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 85,114 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 81,452 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2018 77,624 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 73,395 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 68,945 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 64,450 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r shocker shroud insecure

Pass 13 Feb 2014 59,912 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,735 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 52,287 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 48,236 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 44,698 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 39,582 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 33,392 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 25,542 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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DF53 TXC is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DF53 TXC, 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 DF53 TXC registered?

DF53 TXC is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is DF53 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 TXC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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