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GL04 BFP

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,218 mi
Last recorded176,218 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 176,218 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 168,374 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 160,176 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 151,080 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 151,080 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 141,349 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 141,323 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 133,775 miles

engine mount weak

nearside headlamp output lower then offside

Pass 7 Sep 2011 126,682 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 122,806 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

unable to see rear inner brake pads clearly

Pass 8 May 2010 105,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 May 2009 86,607 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 86,540 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2008 67,406 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 47,846 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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GL04 BFP is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BFP, 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 BFP registered?

GL04 BFP is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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