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FM04 VLN

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

134,596 mi
Last recorded134,596 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 VLN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 134,596 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 119,421 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 103,540 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 103,533 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 89,921 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 89,921 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 26 Jan 2009 82,028 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 81,647 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 57,841 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 138,703 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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FM04 VLN is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM04 VLN, 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 FM04 VLN registered?

FM04 VLN is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 July 2004.

Is FM04 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 VLN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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