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GK04 BVG

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,142 mi
Last recorded127,142 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 BVG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 127,142 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 116,133 miles

MIL light on

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

brake warning light indicates fault

oil leak

Fail 9 Feb 2016 116,131 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

MIL light on

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

brake warning light indicates fault

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2015 105,797 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 104,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 99,533 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 99,528 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 96,312 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 89,433 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 76,566 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 60,994 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 44,655 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 28 Jun 2007 28,573 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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GK04 BVG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK04 BVG, 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 GK04 BVG registered?

GK04 BVG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 July 2004.

Is GK04 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK04 BVG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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