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HT53 MFJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,186 mi
Last recorded72,186 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 MFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 72,186 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 72,186 miles

centre exhaust bracket missing not insecure

Pass 22 Jan 2016 72,185 miles

centre exhaust bracket missing, exhaust still adequately supported

windscreen cracked not materially effecting drivers view

Pass 24 Jan 2015 64,753 miles

nearside front tyre starting to get low

slight bind offside rear

Pass 24 Jan 2014 56,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 51,820 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 51,820 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 47,822 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 43,615 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)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 37,903 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 31,805 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 26,030 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 16,710 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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HT53 MFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HT53 MFJ, 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 HT53 MFJ registered?

HT53 MFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is HT53 MFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 MFJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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