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OV54 VXJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

191,146 mi
Last recorded191,146 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 VXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 191,146 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside brake lines covered in black underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view rear windscreen tint (3.2 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened whole subframe covered in black underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all underside covered in black underseal

nearside and offside body sills covered in black underseal

Pass 12 Aug 2025 184,442 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 174,642 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 163,092 miles

Front nearside and offside body sills corroded but not excessive

Pass 19 Jul 2022 154,502 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 145,511 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 136,092 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 136,092 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 117,674 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Aug 2017 108,432 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 99,228 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 86,829 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 77,078 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 66,152 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,379 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 41,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 36,941 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 31,804 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 27,547 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 21,015 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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OV54 VXJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OV54 VXJ, 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 OV54 VXJ registered?

OV54 VXJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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