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LT53 YLE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,524 mi
Last recorded127,524 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 YLE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 127,524 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)

engine covers fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2016 127,524 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 115,720 miles

Nearside Front steering arm worn

Pass 7 Oct 2014 107,330 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 98,147 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 89,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 80,815 miles

'free-play' at nearside front wheel (through PAS Rack/steering arm) not considered excessive

Pass 28 Sep 2010 73,634 miles

'free-play' detected at nearside front wheel through PAS Rack (steering arm)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 64,408 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight 'free-play' detected at nearside front wheel, through PAS Rack (steering arm)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 55,696 miles

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

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

very slight free-play detected through PAS rack at nearside front wheel

Pass 11 Oct 2007 46,363 miles

over spray all over car

small chip to n/s/rear tyre side wall

Pass 26 Jan 2007 36,332 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 36,332 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

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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LT53 YLE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LT53 YLE, 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 LT53 YLE registered?

LT53 YLE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is LT53 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 YLE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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