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SP54 DLX

2004 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,219 mi
Last recorded149,219 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 DLX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2012 149,219 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 96,432 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 96,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 94,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs scored and worn

Fail 9 Sep 2011 94,704 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs scored and worn

Pass 10 Sep 2010 79,376 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)

both rear brake discs and pads worn

offside rear tyre ON legal limit !!!

Pass 8 Sep 2009 62,824 miles

small lump on o/s/f tyre inner sidewall

Fail 8 Sep 2009 62,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

small lump on o/s/f tyre inner sidewall

Pass 9 Sep 2008 50,971 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 38,995 miles

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

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

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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SP54 DLX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SP54 DLX, 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 SP54 DLX registered?

SP54 DLX is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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