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DN53 OSA

2004 Skoda Octavia

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

220,195 mi
Last recorded220,195 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 OSA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 220,195 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 214,095 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 207,856 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 196,194 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 184,205 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 170,833 miles

Rear Rear exhaust mount corroded, but still adequetly supported

Pass 6 Feb 2016 158,609 miles

Centre exhaust clamp corroded

Rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2015 147,858 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2014 135,886 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 125,941 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 114,985 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 103,069 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 88,024 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 74,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 58,557 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007
Fail 2 Feb 2007 42,713 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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DN53 OSA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DN53 OSA, 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 DN53 OSA registered?

DN53 OSA is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is DN53 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 OSA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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