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GY04 POJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

90,954 mi
Last recorded90,954 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 POJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 90,954 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 86,539 miles

all discs in poor condition

Fail 9 Mar 2018 86,539 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

all discs in poor condition

Pass 24 Feb 2017 81,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear bushes (strong advise) (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Mar 2016 77,886 miles

Child seat fitted.

Fail 9 Mar 2016 77,886 miles

Child seat fitted.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 71,727 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 68,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 57,472 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 51,403 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 51,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 44,480 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 44,480 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 37,507 miles

nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 12 Feb 2009 31,119 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,451 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 20,116 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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GY04 POJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GY04 POJ, 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 GY04 POJ registered?

GY04 POJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 March 2004.

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