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OE04 VXR

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

182,534 mi
Last recorded182,534 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE04 VXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 182,534 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 May 2017 182,516 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 173,599 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 161,600 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 161,600 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 936,826 miles

some play in nearside outer track rod end

Fail 9 Jul 2012 127,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 127,892 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 99,362 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 61,427 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,242 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 40,601 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 40,565 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,634 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
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OE04 VXR is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OE04 VXR, 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 OE04 VXR registered?

OE04 VXR is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is OE04 VXR safe to buy?

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