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FN54 YBY

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

146,647 mi
Last recorded146,647 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 YBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 146,647 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to rear subframe

Fail 11 Mar 2022 146,647 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 1 Mar 2021 143,956 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 143,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 142,094 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 142,094 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 138,582 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 127,757 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 127,757 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)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 118,510 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2017 118,510 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2016 107,601 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2015 97,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 88,627 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Mar 2013 80,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 7 Mar 2013 80,222 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 1 Mar 2012 70,623 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 60,438 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 48,139 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 35,112 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 22,748 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 11,964 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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FN54 YBY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FN54 YBY, 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 FN54 YBY registered?

FN54 YBY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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