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NV54 BYR

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

155,783 mi
Last recorded155,783 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV54 BYR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 155,783 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 150,008 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody and suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 27 Dec 2018 142,097 miles

Front Both tyres close to limit

Front Both wishbone rear bushes have slight movement

Front discs worn

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded

Rear Both coil springs corroded

Rear discs worn

Pass 29 Nov 2017 129,976 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 118,843 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 107,694 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 97,671 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 97,671 miles

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

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

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 29 Nov 2013 86,683 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 77,374 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 67,075 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 56,989 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 48,498 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear tyre depth on 2.5mm

offside rear tyre depth on legal limit.

Pass 8 Dec 2008 38,402 miles

offside front tyre running off on inside

Pass 13 Dec 2007 28,181 miles

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

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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NV54 BYR is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NV54 BYR, 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 NV54 BYR registered?

NV54 BYR is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 December 2004.

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