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OU54 YBY

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,636 mi
Last recorded115,636 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 YBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 115,636 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 105,595 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 103,239 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect OS+NS (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 103,239 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect OS+NS (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 100,820 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 98,738 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged BOTH REARS CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 95,175 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 90,702 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 84,358 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 76,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 71,844 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 71,844 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 64,572 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 57,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 49,553 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 42,747 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 34,630 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 26,527 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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OU54 YBY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OU54 YBY, 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 OU54 YBY registered?

OU54 YBY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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