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GL04 BFM

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,348 mi
Last recorded209,348 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 BFM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2013 209,348 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 163,546 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 119,759 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 23,160 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 19,021 miles

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

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

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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GL04 BFM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 GL04 BFM, 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 GL04 BFM registered?

GL04 BFM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 April 2004.

Is GL04 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 BFM shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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