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EJ04 FPV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

230,719 mi
Last recorded230,719 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 FPV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 230,719 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 223,980 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 223,980 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 211,437 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2020 211,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 200,892 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 200,892 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 188,644 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 177,653 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 159,555 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 143,027 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 124,173 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 118,525 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 111,289 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 99,511 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 90,195 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 77,766 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 67,895 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 53,356 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 53,356 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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EJ04 FPV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 EJ04 FPV, 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 EJ04 FPV registered?

EJ04 FPV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is EJ04 FPV safe to buy?

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