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SM04 PKF

2004 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,661 mi
Last recorded144,661 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 PKF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 144,661 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 142,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 140,798 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2015 140,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 138,311 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2014 138,274 miles

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 136,383 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 133,853 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 125,068 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 125,063 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 112,310 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 89,048 miles

Coolant bottle over-filled

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 72,760 miles

FRONT TYRES 2.5 MM

Pass 21 Apr 2007 55,392 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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SM04 PKF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SM04 PKF, 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 SM04 PKF registered?

SM04 PKF is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is SM04 PKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 PKF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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