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FE04 GYB

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

133,908 mi
Last recorded133,908 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE04 GYB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 133,908 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Pass 8 Jan 2024 132,517 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 130,384 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

Pass 18 Jan 2022 127,617 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 124,470 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 122,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 119,260 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 115,003 miles

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened discs (3.5.1n)

Pass 27 Dec 2016 110,919 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 106,449 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 102,810 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 95,845 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 85,597 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 77,666 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 67,973 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 55,070 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 43,809 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 33,019 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)

Fail 24 Jan 2008 33,019 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 21,751 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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FE04 GYB 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 95%.

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 FE04 GYB, 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

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What year was FE04 GYB registered?

FE04 GYB is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is FE04 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE04 GYB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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