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FH04 BVJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,374 mi
Last recorded74,374 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 BVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 74,374 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 73,642 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 72,474 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 70,636 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 68,807 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 66,791 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 63,949 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 60,886 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 60,885 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 58,619 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 58,617 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,519 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 51,325 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 47,157 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 43,263 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 43,263 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 39,165 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 35,914 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 28,792 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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FH04 BVJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FH04 BVJ, 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 FH04 BVJ registered?

FH04 BVJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is FH04 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 BVJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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