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SF53 ZRY

2004 Skoda Octavia

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,019 mi
Last recorded168,019 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 ZRY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2013 168,019 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 168,019 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 147,987 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 147,987 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 129,361 miles

Near side wing mirrior housing taped up

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 120,132 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 120,132 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 108,580 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 108,580 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 95,771 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 74,401 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 52,800 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,562 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 14,941 miles

slight play in steering rack †windscreen chipped in zone 'b'

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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SF53 ZRY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SF53 ZRY, 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 SF53 ZRY registered?

SF53 ZRY is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is SF53 ZRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 ZRY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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