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PF53 VHY

2004 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

210,888 mi
Last recorded210,888 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 VHY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 210,888 miles

corrosion and blow on exhaust

front wishbone rear bushes

o/s/f top shocker mounting wear

rear shockers

Pass 13 Aug 2016 204,706 miles

Offside Front wishbone rear bush splitting

corrosion on main brake pipes too & from flexi hoses

Pass 27 Aug 2015 195,786 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 26 Aug 2015 195,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 7 Apr 2014 157,610 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2014 157,603 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 148,157 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 129,790 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 107,607 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 92,270 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 92,270 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 75,642 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 60,092 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 44,933 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 44,933 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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PF53 VHY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PF53 VHY, 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 PF53 VHY registered?

PF53 VHY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is PF53 VHY safe to buy?

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