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FH53 BNL

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

180,990 mi
Last recorded180,990 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 BNL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 180,990 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 180,990 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 174,045 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 151,965 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 151,965 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 99,839 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 64,324 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 62,581 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 59,320 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 59,309 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 55,003 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 49,641 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 44,798 miles

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 44,489 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 36,337 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 28,151 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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FH53 BNL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FH53 BNL, 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 FH53 BNL registered?

FH53 BNL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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