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GY04 XVF

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

262,144 mi
Last recorded262,144 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 XVF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 262,144 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 255,743 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 255,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 247,789 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 237,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 228,527 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 219,783 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 219,758 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value = 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 211,814 miles

Offside front brake disc inner surface corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2019 203,476 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 193,427 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 183,292 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 175,748 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 163,740 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 150,385 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 150,385 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 137,749 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 123,436 miles

brake check/dial needle pulse

Pass 5 Mar 2012 108,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

tread worn uneven on n/s/r tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2011 93,335 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 78,783 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 78,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 68,986 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 57,081 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 41,741 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 XVF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XVF, 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 XVF registered?

GY04 XVF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is GY04 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY04 XVF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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