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MK04 VPC

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,786 mi
Last recorded178,786 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 VPC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 178,786 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 176,235 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 167,737 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 155,724 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 155,722 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 145,096 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 131,597 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 119,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 119,199 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 108,510 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 95,826 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 84,580 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 84,580 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 70,550 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 62,122 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 57,348 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 48,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2007 47,494 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 46,300 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 46,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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MK04 VPC is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MK04 VPC, 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 MK04 VPC registered?

MK04 VPC is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2004.

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