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PL04 SVF

2004 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,249 mi
Last recorded107,249 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 SVF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 107,249 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear clamp on brake hose, not effecting brakes

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 101,390 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 101,389 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 89,407 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 77,291 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 66,011 miles

child seat fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Jun 2015 58,234 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 53,336 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 47,484 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 42,616 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 37,890 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,660 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 33,658 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 29,347 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 23,575 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 19,572 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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PL04 SVF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PL04 SVF, 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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PL04 SVF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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