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DF53 TXG

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,107 mi
Last recorded118,107 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 TXG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 118,107 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front indicator lens missing

Pass 6 Aug 2015 112,016 miles

offside front indicator lens missing

Fail 29 Jul 2015 111,977 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

offside front indicator lens missing

Pass 20 Jul 2015 111,520 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 111,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

exhaust centre box bracket corroded and snapped off

Pass 11 Aug 2014 106,745 miles

exhaust centre pipe corroded and blowing at joint

nearside front indicator lens missing,

Pass 25 Jul 2013 99,482 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 99,482 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 87,455 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wear on front brake discs

Fail 24 Jul 2012 87,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wear on front brake discs

Pass 25 Jul 2011 76,643 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front discs pitted

Pass 20 Jul 2010 67,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear wiper split

Pass 24 Jul 2009 61,100 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 56,613 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 52,481 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 43,420 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 TXG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF53 TXG?

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What year was DF53 TXG registered?

DF53 TXG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is DF53 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 TXG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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