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NJ54 NXD

2004 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,242 mi
Last recorded153,242 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2011
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ54 NXD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2011 153,242 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery light comes on when revved for the emissions test

engine has an oil leak

engine makes a whinning noise and knocking

engine management light comes on

front brake discs in a poor condition

offside outer sill damaged

vehicle has red diesel showing in the clear fuel line in the engine bay

wipers clearing screen but smearing slightly

Fail 1 Jul 2011 153,241 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery light comes on when revved for the emissions test

engine has an oil leak

engine makes a whinning noise and knocking

engine management light comes on

front brake discs in a poor condition

offside outer sill damaged

outer of rear brake dust covers damp possible brake fluid. but no visible leaks when brake applied

vehicle has red diesel showing in the clear fuel line in the engine bay

wipers clearing screen but smearing slightly

Pass 12 Dec 2009 102,324 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 102,324 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 56,703 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 55,942 miles

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

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

nearside front wiper starting to perish

rear wiper split

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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NJ54 NXD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NJ54 NXD, 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 NJ54 NXD?

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What year was NJ54 NXD registered?

NJ54 NXD is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is NJ54 NXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ54 NXD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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