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LN54 SGY

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

209,169 mi
Last recorded209,169 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN54 SGY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2016 209,169 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 209,155 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 195,482 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside outersill damaged

Fail 27 Feb 2015 195,479 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front indicators faded

offside outersill damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2014 187,258 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)

damage to n/s front wing and lower sill

Fail 17 Feb 2014 187,258 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

damage to n/s front wing ans sill

Pass 18 Mar 2013 177,119 miles

play n/s/f hub

Fail 13 Aug 2011 60,062 miles

Offside Front Upper Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 60,062 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 141,010 miles

both rear disc worn

both rear pads low

Pass 18 Aug 2009 138,308 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 119,048 miles

visual access to rear brakes restricted

Fail 13 Aug 2008 119,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

visual access to rear brakes restricted

Pass 29 Jun 2007 100,292 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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LN54 SGY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN54 SGY, 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 LN54 SGY registered?

LN54 SGY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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