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FJ54 FDU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

196,963 mi
Last recorded196,963 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 FDU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 196,963 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 167,416 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 167,375 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 137,041 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 107,107 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 106,611 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 75,579 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 70,992 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 69,407 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 69,407 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 67,819 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 67,813 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 64,312 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 55,867 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,542 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 39,663 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 29,674 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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FJ54 FDU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FJ54 FDU, 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 FJ54 FDU registered?

FJ54 FDU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 September 2004.

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