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LG04 XMV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,823 mi
Last recorded53,823 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG04 XMV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 53,823 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 53,260 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 52,663 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly nearside and offside front (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 52,663 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly nearside and offside front (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 51,659 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 51,600 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,724 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 49,607 miles

o/s/f indicator lens missing.yellow bulb fitted.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,656 miles

offside front indicator lamp loose

unable to check nearside and offside rear seatbelts childseats fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,391 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 44,356 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 41,173 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,526 miles

stickers zone {b} front windscreen

Pass 29 Mar 2008 29,127 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 21,270 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 21,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LG04 XMV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG04 XMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG04 XMV registered?

LG04 XMV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 March 2004.

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