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SD54 EFM

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,306 mi
Last recorded168,306 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 EFM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 168,306 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 152,432 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 152,432 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 145,522 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 130,849 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 116,165 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 116,165 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 100,497 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 83,409 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 67,683 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 53,077 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 34,309 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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SD54 EFM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SD54 EFM, 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 SD54 EFM registered?

SD54 EFM is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 October 2004.

Is SD54 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD54 EFM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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