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GJ04 VNM

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,182 mi
Last recorded118,182 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 VNM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2024 118,182 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 98,336 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 86,307 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 83,340 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 82,496 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 77,973 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 73,241 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 69,614 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 64,830 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 58,588 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 49,939 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 44,475 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 39,809 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 34,737 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 30,678 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 25,759 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 20,682 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,707 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 VNM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VNM, 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 GJ04 VNM registered?

GJ04 VNM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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