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GJ04 UCH

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,485 mi
Last recorded137,485 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 UCH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 137,485 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 130,501 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF, OSF,OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 124,224 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 118,810 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 114,503 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 112,697 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 111,808 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 107,033 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 103,990 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 100,678 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 97,396 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 93,287 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 88,960 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 83,774 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 77,169 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 68,123 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 59,574 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 49,525 miles

hand brake high

Pass 11 Mar 2008 40,269 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 30,020 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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GJ04 UCH is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ04 UCH, 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 GJ04 UCH registered?

GJ04 UCH is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is GJ04 UCH safe to buy?

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