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NC04 FVJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,219 mi
Last recorded172,219 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC04 FVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 172,219 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 163,525 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 142,703 miles

Front brake discs in poor conditon.

Fail 16 Jan 2012 142,703 miles

Front brake discs in poor conditon.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 134,034 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 134,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 122,144 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 107,727 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 91,156 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 68,566 miles

Coolant leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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NC04 FVJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 NC04 FVJ, 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 NC04 FVJ registered?

NC04 FVJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is NC04 FVJ safe to buy?

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