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PE54 EKJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

159,690 mi
Last recorded159,690 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE54 EKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 159,690 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 156,486 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 150,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 142,612 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 134,450 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 125,486 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 115,865 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 115,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 106,285 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2015 106,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 95,838 miles

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 20 Aug 2013 86,317 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 78,520 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 68,562 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 60,220 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 51,615 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 41,505 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 31,809 miles

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

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

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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PE54 EKJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PE54 EKJ, 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 PE54 EKJ registered?

PE54 EKJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is PE54 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE54 EKJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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