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VK04 WFJ

2004 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

259,071 mi
Last recorded259,071 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Octavia101,231 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK04 WFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 259,071 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

n/s/r wheel very slightly binding

o/s/f wing damaged

rear exhaust hanger corroded

under trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

Pass 6 Jan 2016 253,756 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front headlamp level device rod missing but vehicle has a secondary level device fitted at rear

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear bump stop in poor condition

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front bumper ands wing damaged

Offside Rear bump stop loose and shock absorber casing loose

Offside headlamp washer jet surround missing but functions as intended

Fail 4 Jan 2016 253,754 miles

Emissions not tested oil level too low to test (7.4.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper corner (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative washer missing (1.7.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front headlamp level device rod missing but vehicle has a secondary level device fitted at rear

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear bump stop in poor condition

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front bumper ands wing damaged

Offside Rear bump stop loose and shock absorber casing loose

Pass 5 Jan 2015 234,979 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

Oil level warning light is on

Pass 9 Apr 2013 202,216 miles

both rear shock absorbers cover sleeves have become unattached

Pass 18 May 2012 178,186 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 178,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 160,888 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)

offside front lower arm rear bush starting to split

rear discs starting to get pitted on outer edges

Pass 14 May 2010 125,190 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 May 2009 90,105 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2009 90,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 69,833 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)

Pass 22 May 2007 54,628 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 52,210 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r shock absorber upper cover insecure

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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VK04 WFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 VK04 WFJ, 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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VK04 WFJ is a 2004 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 March 2004.

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