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P33 APE

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,479 mi
Last recorded93,479 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP33 APE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 93,479 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 91,528 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 89,742 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 88,770 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 87,071 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 86,582 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 85,542 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 83,291 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 83,291 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 79,981 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 74,813 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre worn bald on outer shoulder.advise attention.

front undershield insecure.

Fail 13 Nov 2015 74,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear tyre worn bald on outer shoulder.advise attention.

front undershield insecure.

Pass 29 Nov 2014 71,712 miles

both front tyres wearing low on shoulders.

centre exhaust mounting defective advise attention.

Fail 25 Nov 2014 71,696 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low on shoulders.

centre exhaust mounting defective advise attention.

Pass 30 Nov 2013 67,197 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 62,154 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 62,154 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 56,793 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,397 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,045 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 36,972 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,086 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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P33 APE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P33 APE, 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 P33 APE registered?

P33 APE is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is P33 APE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P33 APE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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