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MIL 7985

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

180,000 mi
Last recorded180,000 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 7985
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 180,000 miles

n/s/r shock plastic cover dropped down

Fail 9 Jun 2015 180,000 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r shock plastic cover dropped down

Pass 9 Jun 2014 154,354 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 129,143 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 116,832 miles

Engine light on

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2011 104,300 miles

engine light on

Pass 14 Jan 2010 96,129 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 87,512 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both side rear brakes are rough

front rear plate loos

o/s/f inner c.v boot clip missing

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 70,111 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 54,266 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 54,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MIL 7985 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MIL 7985, 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 MIL 7985 registered?

MIL 7985 is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is MIL 7985 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 7985 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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