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NV04 GXZ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

140,112 mi
Last recorded140,112 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV04 GXZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 140,112 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 135,634 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 135,624 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2017 128,844 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 122,800 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 118,490 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 113,701 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)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 108,160 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 108,155 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 106,571 miles

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Jul 2012 96,929 miles

n/s rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 12 Jul 2011 88,775 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 81,687 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 72,668 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 72,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 57,542 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 45,913 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 45,913 miles

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

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

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

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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NV04 GXZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NV04 GXZ, 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

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What year was NV04 GXZ registered?

NV04 GXZ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 May 2004.

Is NV04 GXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV04 GXZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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