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OV04 ZYG

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

100,131 mi
Last recorded100,131 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 ZYG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 100,131 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 95,054 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 92,164 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 91,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 90,739 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 87,784 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 77,021 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 65,124 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 50,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 40,858 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 28,962 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 26,499 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 26,024 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 24,826 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 22,785 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,227 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 May 2009 18,227 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 15,355 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 12,022 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 ZYG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ZYG, 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 ZYG registered?

OV04 ZYG is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is OV04 ZYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV04 ZYG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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