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OV54 YGW

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,882 mi
Last recorded138,882 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 YGW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 138,882 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Oil leak

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 130,414 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 115,135 miles

n/s front brake hose slightly perished

Fail 31 May 2013 115,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s front brake hose slightly perished

Pass 29 Jun 2012 103,733 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 103,475 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 83,044 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 82,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 64,114 miles

Engine warning light on

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

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 YGW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OV54 YGW, 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 YGW registered?

OV54 YGW is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is OV54 YGW safe to buy?

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