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SF53 ZTL

2004 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

267,181 mi
Last recorded267,181 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 ZTL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 267,181 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 267,173 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 251,303 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 251,295 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 251,292 miles

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

N/S/F Flexi brake hose perished

N/S/R Tyre worn on inside edge

O/S/F Flexi brake hose perished

O/S/F/Brake binding slightly

O/S/R Tyre worn on inside edge and near 2mm markers

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 12 Sep 2013 250,147 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 250,147 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 162,888 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 141,955 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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SF53 ZTL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SF53 ZTL, 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 ZTL registered?

SF53 ZTL is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is SF53 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 ZTL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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