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ET53 FWZ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,400 mi
Last recorded126,400 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 FWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 126,400 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 126,400 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 114,726 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 112,286 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 110,830 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 107,502 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 100,877 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 93,826 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 85,774 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 76,802 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 68,874 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 59,001 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 53,488 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 47,689 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 38,234 miles

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

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

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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ET53 FWZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ET53 FWZ, 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 ET53 FWZ?

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What year was ET53 FWZ registered?

ET53 FWZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is ET53 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 FWZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ET53 FWZ have outstanding finance?

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