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PX54 HPJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

165,415 mi
Last recorded165,415 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX54 HPJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 165,415 miles

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

customer advised air bag system turned off

Pass 19 Apr 2017 161,969 miles

advised passenger airbag turned off for child seat

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2016 156,689 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

passenger air bag turned off

Fail 20 Apr 2016 156,676 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

passenger air bag turned off

Pass 17 Apr 2015 152,308 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 152,308 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 138,292 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 127,804 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)

engine light on

Fail 8 May 2013 127,804 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

engine light on

Fail 14 May 2012 109,408 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 109,408 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 86,732 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 86,732 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 68,507 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 45,350 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 35,341 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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PX54 HPJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 PX54 HPJ, 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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PX54 HPJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 December 2004.

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