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FX04 USM

2004 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

294,630 mi
Last recorded294,630 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 USM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 294,630 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 264,536 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 264,536 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 228,829 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 195,791 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 195,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 164,844 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 126,503 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight exhaust blow at front end

Pass 26 Feb 2008 126,503 miles

slight exhaust blow at front end

Pass 12 Jul 2007 115,705 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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FX04 USM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in White 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 FX04 USM, 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 FX04 USM registered?

FX04 USM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 August 2004.

Is FX04 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 USM 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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