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PN04 VSV

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,396 mi
Last recorded122,396 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN04 VSV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 122,396 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Rear exhaust rubber mounting broken

Pass 15 Jul 2017 115,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Getting close to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 111,224 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components underside

nearside rear Tyre has a nail on center surface

nearside rear Tyre starting to crack on center surface

rear indicator bulbs slightly discloured

Pass 4 Jul 2015 103,981 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear coated brake pipes have signs of corrosion

Fail 4 Jul 2015 103,981 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear coated brake pipes have signs of corrosion

Fail 2 Jul 2014 94,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 94,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 87,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorbers leaking

centre exhaust braket loose but exhaust secure

Fail 2 Jul 2013 87,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorbers leaking

centre exhaust braket loose but exhaust secure

Fail 14 Jul 2012 80,556 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2012 80,556 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2011 60,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 60,563 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 41,626 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 41,626 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 20,834 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,320 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 13,629 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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PN04 VSV 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 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 PN04 VSV, 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 PN04 VSV registered?

PN04 VSV is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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