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OV04 WWU

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

76,496 mi
Last recorded76,496 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 WWU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 76,496 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 76,495 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed SIDE WALL SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2025 65,369 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2025 65,361 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH FRONTS (4.4.3 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 56,993 miles

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 2 May 2024 56,728 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 May 2023 50,287 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 50,287 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2022 44,163 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2022 44,163 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively all blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 39,457 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 39,457 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 36,783 miles

parking brake has long travel but still reserve travel

Pass 5 Jun 2018 32,590 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 32,390 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,555 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 29,955 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 29,955 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 May 2014 28,299 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 26,525 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 23,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 21,393 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 18,530 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 16,319 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 13,233 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 10,342 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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OV04 WWU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 OV04 WWU, 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 OV04 WWU registered?

OV04 WWU is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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