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FM04 YOV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,294 mi
Last recorded89,294 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 YOV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 89,294 miles

Front subrame corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 85,982 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jul 2015 85,982 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jun 2014 80,944 miles

nsf anti roll bar touching body

rear tyres perrished

Pass 22 Jun 2013 74,577 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 74,577 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 68,859 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 62,717 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 55,878 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 47,187 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 38,220 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 27,565 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 YOV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FM04 YOV, 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 YOV registered?

FM04 YOV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is FM04 YOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 YOV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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