CarVerify

Free Car Check

ML04 LYD

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

313,560 mi
Last recorded313,560 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 LYD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2020 313,560 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake outer casing (1.1.15 (a))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

handbrake travel high

Pass 19 Oct 2019 303,654 miles

Front indicator lamp bulbs fading

Front lower arm rear bushes cracking

Front subframe rear bushes cracking

Handbrake does not have much reserve travel

N/side track rod end rubber gaiter cracking

Slight distortion on front brake discs

Slight noise from n/side rear wheel bearing

Slight play in o/side front lower ball joint

Fail 19 Oct 2019 303,654 miles

Front indicator lamp bulbs fading

Front lower arm rear bushes cracking

Front subframe rear bushes cracking

Handbrake does not have much reserve travel

N/side track rod end rubber gaiter cracking

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

Slight distortion on front brake discs

Slight noise from n/side rear wheel bearing

Slight play in o/side front lower ball joint

Pass 13 Oct 2018 300,214 miles

Front lower arm rear bushes cracking.

Front subframe rear bushes cracking

N/side rear tyre close to legal tread limit.

N/side rear wheel bearing slightly rough/noisy.

O/side rear tyre surface cracking in treads.

Slight distortion on front brake discs.

Very little reserve travel left in handbrake.

Pass 14 Oct 2017 298,429 miles

Both front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating.

Both front subframe rear mountings deteriorating.

N/side rear tyre close to wear limit on tread.

O/side rear tyre surface cracking in tread.

Slight distortion on o/side front brake disc.

Pass 14 Oct 2016 297,125 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perrished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perrished (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 297,125 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perrished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perrished (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 286,627 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 286,621 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 284,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 257,413 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2013 257,413 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 212,391 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 169,385 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 169,385 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 121,218 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 74,413 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 22,355 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 20,296 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 14,587 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ML04 LYD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ML04 LYD, 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

How do I check the history of ML04 LYD?

You can check the full history of ML04 LYD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ML04 LYD registered?

ML04 LYD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is ML04 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML04 LYD shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML04 LYD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ML04 LYD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.