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GL04 BGE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

134,018 mi
Last recorded134,018 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 BGE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 134,018 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 123,672 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Apr 2018 106,717 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 96,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,109 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2015 76,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 70,113 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 20 May 2014 70,113 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2013 63,046 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 55,169 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 47,728 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 41,678 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 34,230 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 25,766 miles

front tyres wearing low

Pass 3 May 2007 18,668 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 BGE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BGE, 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 BGE registered?

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

Is GL04 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 BGE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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