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FP54 UTM

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

156,104 mi
Last recorded156,104 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 UTM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 156,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2022 148,973 miles

nearside & offside front sills damaged

Pass 2 Jan 2022 142,129 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 140,893 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 137,228 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 131,520 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Nov 2017 127,085 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 122,153 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 117,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 113,409 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 109,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 106,152 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 101,366 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 97,072 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 78,814 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 65,471 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 47,356 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 47,356 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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FP54 UTM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FP54 UTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP54 UTM registered?

FP54 UTM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2004.

Is FP54 UTM safe to buy?

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