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LX04 CXB

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

81,384 mi
Last recorded81,384 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 CXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 81,384 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 81,394 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat joint to sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 72,695 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 72,693 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 70,509 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers & parking tickets ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 70,509 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides - out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers & parking tickets ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 64,537 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 64,537 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 56,471 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 46,858 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 40,831 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 39,045 miles

noise coming from n/s/r wheel

Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,940 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 34,076 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken, although exhaust is still supported securely

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,533 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,781 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 25,734 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 22,394 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 19,165 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 16,056 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,530 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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LX04 CXB is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LX04 CXB, 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 LX04 CXB registered?

LX04 CXB is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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