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LJ54 XZW

2004 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

200,959 mi
Last recorded200,959 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 XZW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 200,959 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 193,244 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 186,175 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 167,541 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

both front brake disc back plates corroded

engine management light on

Fail 8 Sep 2016 167,541 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake disc back plates corroded

engine management light on

Pass 10 Sep 2015 152,684 miles

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear brake discs

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2015 152,684 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to rear brake discs

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2014 137,284 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 137,284 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 120,748 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 106,674 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 22 Aug 2011 92,448 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 77,584 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 64,856 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 51,145 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 36,811 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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LJ54 XZW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LJ54 XZW, 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 LJ54 XZW registered?

LJ54 XZW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 September 2004.

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