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GEZ 8718

2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,062 mi
Last recorded111,062 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEZ 8718
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Elegance TDI
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 111,062 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 108,211 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 108,255 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 106,120 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 104,122 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 101,101 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 98,340 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 90,887 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 89,068 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 87,609 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI?

Based on 1,866 MOT tests across 450 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
8,541
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
450
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Registration plate lamp not working 7
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7
brake disc excessively pitted 6
brake binding 5
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GEZ 8718 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEZ 8718, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEZ 8718 registered?

GEZ 8718 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is GEZ 8718 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEZ 8718 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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